Flying from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Calgary International Airport (YYC): what you need to know
The timezone in Calgary is UTC-6, which is two hours behind Richmond.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your RIC to YYC flight.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Calgary International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between RIC and YYC:
O'Hare International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
At the moment, R 4,088 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Calgary International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 7,946. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RIC to YYC if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Calgary International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from RIC to YYC.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Calgary International Airport.
Handy information about Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)
You'll find RIC at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.
Of the flights that depart from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field), 77.63% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Richmond to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of around 2 hours 50 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to RIC? If you're catching an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Calgary International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Calgary International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YYC instead:
Explore without limits with a Calgary International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and venture far and wide through Calgary and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Calgary International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
You'll find YYC at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
From Calgary International Airport, Calgary is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Calgary International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Calgary. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to Calgary International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Calgary, with the temperature ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RIC to YYC in December. Average temperatures are between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Calgary, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Travel around 274 kilometres north to Edmonton to check off its leading attractions. From Royal Alberta Museum to Fort Edmonton Park and Alberta Legislature Building, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 402 kilometres west of Calgary, Kelowna is another favourite 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.
