Flying from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Calgary International Airport (YYC): what you need to know
Calgary is one hour behind New Orleans and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
To ensure you catch your MSY to YYC flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as October? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Calgary International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between MSY and YYC include:
Denver International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
R 2,007 is currently the best price for a one-way Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Calgary International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 4,766. These prices may change depending on demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MSY to YYC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Calgary International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Calgary International Airport.
Handy information about Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
MSY's address is 900 Airline Highway.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 81.19% of flights that take off from MSY arrive at their destination without delay.
Central New Orleans to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to MSY? If you're boarding an early flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Calgary International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Calgary International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near YYC instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Calgary International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and discover more of Calgary and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Calgary International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
YYC is located at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Calgary International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Calgary. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The quietest month for a flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Calgary International Airport is February, 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.
When reserving your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Calgary International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Calgary, with the temperature ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
December sees average temperatures of between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MSY to YYC sometime then if you'd rather travel in 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, popular attractions include Royal Alberta Museum, Fort Edmonton Park and Alberta Legislature Building.
Around 402 kilometres west of Calgary, Kelowna is another essential stop in Canada. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and BC Wine Museum & VQA Wine Shop.
