Calgary to San Diego (YYC–SAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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WS WestJet
738
9:20 AM
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11:47 AM
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Calgary to San Diego
1 carrier, 4 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 4 Flights/wk 1,281 mi 3h 27m nonstop -1h behind 44 1-stop hubs

YYC–SAN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. WestJet leads the route. The flight covers 1,281 miles in approximately 3h 27m. Beyond nonstop, 44 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Also explore YYC Routes SAN Routes YYC Live Flights SAN Live Flights YYC Delays SAN Delays
Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop YYC–SAN service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
WS WestJet 4 738 3h27 78% – –
Aircraft on this route
738 Boeing 737-800 – WS
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: WS (4 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, YYC to SAN direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
0
flights
Wed
1
flight
Thu
0
flights
Fri
1
flight
Sat
0
flights
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
4
Outbound / wk
4
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YYC to SAN.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
44
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
SCF ~4h 52m BJC ~5h 11m PSP ~5h 18m BZN ~5h 19m YLW ~5h 24m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,849
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
YYC → SAN
78%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
78%
Arriving
84%
Return
SAN → YYC
74%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
74%
Arriving
86%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. YYC delays → SAN delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach San Diego from Calgary

Nearby airports with service to San Diego International Airport.
Metric YYC→SAN FCA→SAN
Distance from YYC – 194 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1
Weekly flights 4 –
Flight time 3h 27m 2h 23m
Departure OTP 78% –
Kalispell (FCA) to San Diego flights
Airports within 200 miles of YYC with service to San Diego International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
San Diego is 1 hour behind Calgary.
YYC: MDT · SAN: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Calgary, it's 5:00 PM in San Diego.
Distance & Flight Time
1,281 mi / 2,061 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 27m.
Visa & Entry

Canadian citizens do not need a visa or ESTA to enter the United States for tourism or business stays up to 6 months. A valid Canadian passport is required for air travel. Land and sea crossings also accept a NEXUS card, enhanced driver's license, or FAST card. At the border, officers determine the length of stay and may ask for proof of ties to Canada and a return plan.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

YYC–SAN Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Calgary to San Diego route.
Route details
Distance1,281 mi / 2,061 km
Flight time3h 27m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights4 out / 4 return
1-stop connections44 hubs
Origin: YYC
Full nameCalgary International Airport
IATA / ICAOYYC / CYYC
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton
Passengers/yr18.0M
Elevation3,557 ft / 1,084 m
Destination: SAN
Full nameSan Diego International Airport
IATA / ICAOSAN / KSAN
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr25.6M
Elevation17 ft / 5 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YYC to SAN flights.
Nonstop flights from Calgary International Airport to San Diego International Airport take approximately 3h 27m. The route covers 1,281 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: WestJet.
There are approximately 4 nonstop flights per week from YYC to SAN. The return direction has about 4 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SCF, BJC, PSP, BZN, YLW, SNA, DAL, CMH, DTW, APF, IAD, RDU, TEB, SLC, LAX, IAH, TUS, MSP, DFW, LAS, SJD, ATL, PHX, DEN, PTY, YVR, SFO, JFK, AMS, NRT, SEA, EWR, ORD, HNL, LHR, FLL, BNA, MCO, YYZ, TPA, KOA, PVR, BFI and OGG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
San Diego is 1 hour behind Calgary.
Yes, return flights from SAN to YYC are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include FCA. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from YYC to SAN

Calgary International Airport (YYC) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) are connected by nonstop service from WestJet. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

YYC to SAN Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YYC to SAN ranges from 3 hours 27 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,281 miles (2,061 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 8 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

44 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via SCF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Kalispell (FCA).