Flying from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Calgary International Airport (YYC): what you need to know
The timezone in Calgary is UTC-6, which is seven hours behind Berlin.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your BER to YYC flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Calgary International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between BER and YYC:
Edinburgh Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Calgary International Airport flight is R 4,769. A round-trip ticket right now is R 8,585. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from BER to YYC. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Calgary International Airport.
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Handy information about Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Of all flights departing from Berlin Brandenburg Airport, 74.2% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Berlin Brandenburg Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Berlin. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to BER? If you've booked an early flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Calgary International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Calgary International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near YYC instead:
Pick up a Calgary International Airport rental car and explore Calgary and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Calgary International Airport about four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
YYC is located at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Calgary International Airport to the centre of Calgary has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The quietest month for a flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Calgary International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Calgary based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Calgary International Airport for August if you want to visit Calgary during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
December sees average temperatures of between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BER to YYC sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Edmonton is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Calgary. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Royal Alberta Museum, Fort Edmonton Park and Alberta Legislature Building.
Around 402 kilometres west of Calgary, Kelowna is another favourite stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and BC Wine Museum & VQA Wine Shop.