Flying from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Calgary Airport (YYC): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Denver International Airport to Calgary Airport is 2 hours 35 minutes.
Denver and Calgary share the UTC-7 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Each week, there are 18 Denver International Airport to Calgary Airport flights. If you want to be on board as early as possible, opt for the 11:20 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 19:40 with WestJet.
To ensure you get on your DEN to YYC flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
United is your gateway to exploring Calgary (and maybe even some other great parts of Canada!). Browse the direct flights from Denver International Airport to Calgary Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Most travellers choose to fly with United on this route.
With 68.07% of its services landing as planned, United is the most punctual carrier operating DEN to YYC flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Denver International Airport to Calgary Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between DEN and YYC include:
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport
Salt Lake City Airport
Portland Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Calgary Airport (YYC)
R 1,351 is the best price for a one-way Denver International Airport to Calgary Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 3,236. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Book two months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from DEN to YYC.
The cheapest month for flights from Denver International Airport to Calgary Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Denver International Airport to Calgary Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Denver International Airport (DEN)
DEN is located at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Denver International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from DEN touch down on schedule 80% of the time.
Central Denver to Denver International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you want a place to stay before your flight from Denver International Airport to Calgary Airport, check out Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport. It's a short ride from DEN.
Arriving at Calgary Airport (YYC)
If you're arriving on a late Denver International Airport to Calgary Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near YYC:
Hit the road running by picking up a Calgary Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis to explore Calgary and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Calgary Airport around four weeks in advance.
When to fly to Calgary Airport (YYC)
The quietest month for a flight from Denver International Airport to Calgary Airport is November, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Calgary based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Denver International Airport to Calgary Airport for August if you want to go to Calgary during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DEN to YYC in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -22ºC (-8ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Calgary, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Journey about 274 kilometres north to Edmonton to check off its leading sights. From Rogers Place to Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Kelowna is another standout destination in Canada and is around 402 kilometres west of Calgary. No journey is complete without a visit to Okanagan Lake, The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park.
