Calgary to Vancouver (YYC–YVR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Calgary to Vancouver
6 carriers, 470 flights/week nonstop.
6 Airlines
470 Flights/wk
427 mi
1h 23m nonstop
-1h behind
87 1-stop hubs
YYC–YVR is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. WestJet, Air Canada and Flair Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 427 miles in approximately 1h 23m. Beyond nonstop, 87 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop YYC–YVR service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
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| WS WestJet Also: AF, CI, CX, DL, HU, HX, JL, KE, LA, MU, PR, QF | 91 | 737, 738, 73H, 73W, 7M8 | 1h40 | – | AF, CI, CX, DL, HU, HX, JL, KE, LA, MU, PR, QF | |
| AC Air Canada Also: AI, BR, CX, NZ, OZ, VA | 87 | 223, 321, 7M8, B38M, BCS3, CR9 | 1h34-1h44 | Star Alliance | AI, BR, CX, NZ, OZ, VA | |
| F8 Flair Airlines | 32 | 738, 7M8, B38M | 1h23-1h56 | – | – | |
| MAL MAL | 2 | – | – | – | – | |
| GXA GXA | 0 | – | – | – | – | |
| SUT SUT | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Aircraft on this route
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 YVR direction.
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Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
72
Nonstop flights
470
Outbound / wk
441
Return / wk
Connections
Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YYC to YVR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
87
Hubs
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Fastest
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Longest
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Two-Stop Connections
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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.
Alternatives
Other ways to reach Vancouver from Calgary
Nearby airports with service to Vancouver International Airport.
| Metric | YYC→YVR | YXC→YVR | YEG→YVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from YYC | – | 130 mi | 152 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 4 | 24 |
| Weekly flights | 470 | 14 | 357 |
| Flight time | 1h 23m | 1h 27m | 1h 3m |
| Departure OTP | 90% | – | – |
Airports within 200 miles of YYC with service to Vancouver International Airport.
Know before you go
Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
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Vancouver is 1 hour
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Calgary.
YYC: MDT · YVR: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Calgary, it's 5:00 PM in Vancouver.
YYC: MDT · YVR: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Calgary, it's 5:00 PM in Vancouver.
Distance & Flight Time
427 mi / 687 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 23m to 1h 56m.
Getting from YVR
The Canada Line runs from the airport to Waterfront/downtown in 26 minutes for CAD $4.45 on Compass card. Trains depart every 6–8 minutes from the International Terminal station (basement level). Taxis queue outside arrivals; metered fares to downtown are CAD $35–45. Uber and Lyft have a designated pick-up zone.Rental car desks are in the terminal. The VALET shuttle also connects to other transit points on Sea Island. YVR is particularly well-organised for transfers; pre-clearance facility clears U.S.-bound passengers through U.S. customs before departure.
Vancouver Climate
Temperate oceanic climate. One of the mildest in Canada. Winters (November–March) are wet and overcast at 2–8°C. Snow is infrequent at sea level, but when it does fall, the city struggles and the airport can see delays. Fog in winter and early spring is a more consistent disruption risk. Summers (June–August) are warm and dry at 20–27°C with very little rain.
Wildfire smoke from BC and Alberta can reduce visibility at the airport during August and September. Pack rain gear for autumn through spring. Summers are dry and clear.
Facts
YYC–YVR Quick Facts
Key statistics for the Calgary to Vancouver route.
Route details
Distance427 mi / 687 km
Flight time1h 23m to 1h 56m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)6
Weekly flights470 out / 441 return
1-stop connections87 hubs
Origin: YYC
Full nameCalgary International Airport
IATA / ICAOYYC / CYYC
TimezoneAmerica/Edmonton
Passengers/yr18.0M
Elevation3,557 ft / 1,084 m
Destination: YVR
Full nameVancouver International Airport
IATA / ICAOYVR / CYVR
TimezoneAmerica/Vancouver
Passengers/yr26.5M
Elevation14 ft / 4 m
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about YYC to YVR flights.
Nonstop flights from Calgary International Airport to Vancouver International Airport take approximately 1h 23m to 1h 56m. The route covers 427 miles.
6 airlines operate nonstop service: Air Canada, Flair Airlines, GXA, MAL, SUT and WestJet. Plus 17 codeshare partners.
There are approximately 470 nonstop flights per week from YYC to YVR. The return direction has about 441 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through YCG, YBL, BOI, YYF, YDQ, BFI, YPZ, SJC, APA, EGE, OAK, SCF, ANC, DAL, CMH, HOU, PSP, YMX, CVG, TEB, YKF, SLC, YMM, MZT, SJD, BOS, RDU, IAD, SAN, MEX, GDL, TPA, OPF, FLL, YKA, ZIH, JFK, MCO, NAS, YCD, HUX, YXS, OGG, YYT, CUN, HNL, KOA, MSP, PVR, DFW, SEA, YEG, LIR, DEN, YYJ, YLW, YXC, YXJ, YQR, SFO, YXE, YWG, YXY, IAH, ATL, YHM, YZF, LAX, LAS, NRT, LHR, ORD, YYZ, FRA, YQQ, YOW, BNA, YUL, YXT, PHX, AMS, SNA, EWR, CLT, DUB, CDG and ICN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Vancouver is 1 hour behind Calgary.
Yes, return flights from YVR to YYC are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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.
Block time is 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes westbound and 1 hour 5 minutes to 1 hour 20 minutes eastbound. The distance is about 680 km. Westbound flights face the Rocky Mountain headwinds, which add time. The flight path crosses the Rockies with views of the Columbia Icefield and the Coast Mountains on clear days.
WestJet operates 7 to 10 daily nonstops from its Calgary hub. Air Canada runs 6 to 8 daily departures. Flair Airlines adds 1 to 2 daily low-cost options. Combined daily departures exceed 15 in each direction. WestJet uses 737-700 and 737 MAX 8. Air Canada flies A220-300 and A320 family aircraft on the route.
There is no regular scheduled passenger rail between Calgary and Vancouver. VIA Rail's Canadian runs Toronto to Vancouver but passes through Edmonton and Jasper, not Calgary. Rocky Mountaineer operates a luxury tourist train through the Rockies from Vancouver to Banff and Lake Louise, but it runs on a seasonal schedule at premium pricing and is not a commuter service. Flying or driving are the practical options.
The Canada Line SkyTrain runs from YVR to downtown Vancouver in 25 minutes. Trains depart every 6 to 8 minutes during peak hours. The fare is $4.45 to $9.45 depending on time of day. The station is inside the airport terminal. This is the fastest and cheapest way to reach downtown. Taxis and rideshare cost $35 to $45 and take 25 to 40 minutes depending on traffic on the Arthur Laing Bridge.
Calgary to Vancouver: Trans-Rockies Shuttle
YYC-YVR is one of Canada's busiest domestic air routes, crossing the Rocky Mountains in about 1 hour 20 minutes. WestJet leads with 7 to 10 daily nonstops from its Calgary headquarters and hub. Air Canada matches closely with 6 to 8 daily frequencies. Flair Airlines provides a budget alternative. Total daily departures exceed 15 in each direction. The route connects Alberta's energy sector capital to British Columbia's Pacific gateway. Business traffic flows in both directions as Calgary's oil and gas companies maintain Vancouver offices, while Vancouver's tech and film industries have Calgary connections. Leisure travel peaks during ski season (December through March) and summer months.
Rocky Mountain Barrier and Market Dynamics
The Rockies make driving impractical for time-sensitive travel. The Trans-Canada Highway route through Rogers Pass takes 9 to 10 hours in summer and is subject to winter closures and chain requirements. No scheduled passenger rail serves this corridor. Air service is the default for intercity travel. Calgary International has undergone expansion, with a new international terminal opened in 2016. Vancouver International consistently ranks among the top airports in North America, with the Canada Line SkyTrain providing a 25-minute connection to downtown. The route's fare environment is competitive. WestJet and Air Canada match each other closely on pricing, and Flair's presence keeps base fares accessible. During the Calgary Stampede in July, eastbound demand spikes noticeably.