Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Calgary International Airport (YYC): what you need to know
The timezone in Calgary is UTC-6, which is eight hours behind Cape Town.
Give yourself enough time to make your CPT to YYC flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Calgary International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between CPT and YYC:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Calgary International Airport flight is R 9,331. A return fare is currently R 14,648. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CPT to YYC if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport to Calgary International Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from CPT to YYC.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Cape Town International Airport to Calgary International Airport.
Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Cape Town International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 81.65% of flights that depart CPT arrive at their destination without delay.
To get to Cape Town International Airport from central Cape Town, it takes about 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near CPT. Whether you're taking an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Calgary International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cape Town International Airport to Calgary International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YYC instead:
Pick up a Calgary International Airport rental car and explore Calgary and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Calgary International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
You'll find YYC at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Calgary International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Calgary. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Calgary International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Calgary. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Calgary is August, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Calgary International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
December has average temperatures of between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CPT to YYC around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Calgary has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Canada you should also see. About 274 kilometres north of Calgary, a visit to Edmonton will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Royal Alberta Museum, Fort Edmonton Park and Alberta Legislature Building.
Kelowna is another favourite destination in Canada and is around 402 kilometres west of Calgary. No trip is complete without visiting Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and BC Wine Museum & VQA Wine Shop.
