Flying from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Calgary International Airport (YYC): what you need to know
The timezone in Calgary is UTC-6, which is seven hours behind Basel.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BSL to YYC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from EuroAirport Swiss to Calgary International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BSL and YYC:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
C$352 is the best price for a one-way EuroAirport Swiss to Calgary International Airport flight. Return flights start at C$928. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BSL to YYC. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Calgary International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
Of all flights departing from EuroAirport Swiss, 76.48% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach EuroAirport Swiss from central Basel, it'll take about 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Calgary International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to BSL:
Arriving at Calgary International Airport (YYC)
If you're landing on a late EuroAirport Swiss to Calgary International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near YYC:
Grab a Calgary International Airport rental car and explore Calgary and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Calgary International Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
You'll find YYC at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Calgary International Airport to central Calgary has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour.
When to fly to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
July is the busiest month for flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Calgary International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Calgary in February.
Before locking in your flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Calgary International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Calgary, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BSL to YYC in December. Average temperatures are between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Calgary, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Journey about 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 on the go.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Canada, head for Kelowna, roughly 402 kilometres west of Calgary. Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and BC Wine Museum & VQA Wine Shop are among its highlights.
