Calgary to Vancouver flights
Direct and connecting flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Calgary to Vancouver take?
Flight time from Calgary (YYC) to Vancouver (YVR) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Calgary to Vancouver?
Airline availability for YYC to YVR changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Calgary to Vancouver?
Direct (nonstop) availability on YYC to YVR varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- WestJet82
- WestJet Encore64
- Air Canada40
- ROUNo data
- Air Canada JazzNo data
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Air Canada | 7 sightings | No recorded events |
| WestJet | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| WestJet Encore | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| ROU | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Air Canada Jazz | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning YYC → YVR
YYC to YVR is a short-haul route of 687 km (427 mi). See the return YVR → YYC route.
Alternative airports near Calgary: Banff (YBA) — 107 km, Red Deer Industrial (YQF) — 119 km.
Alternative airports near Vancouver: Vancouver (CXH) — 12 km, Boundary Bay (YDT) — 18 km, Langley Township (YLY) — 42 km.