Flying from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Edmonton International Airport to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport is 1 hour 55 minutes. Winnipeg's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Winnipeg 1 hour ahead of Edmonton.
Every week, there are 13 flights from Edmonton International Airport to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport. The earliest flight from YEG to YWG is at 06:30 and the latest is at 21:20.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
WestJet is your gateway to discovering Winnipeg (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Canada!). Browse the direct flights from Edmonton International Airport to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport offered by this popular airline.
When flying domestically within Canada, you don't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to present another form of identification, like a driver's license or ID card. As soon as you've found your cheap ticket from YEG to YWG, make sure your ID is up to date before you travel.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Edmonton International Airport to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport is C$62. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$130. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book 9 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from YEG to YWG.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Edmonton International Airport to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Edmonton International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Edmonton. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 34 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Edmonton International Airport to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to YEG:
Arriving at Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Edmonton International Airport to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near YWG:
Getting from Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) to central Winnipeg
From Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport, Winnipeg is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 17 minutes to get to the center driving.
It takes roughly 55 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG)
July is the most popular month for flights from Edmonton International Airport to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Winnipeg in May.
Lock in your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Winnipeg during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 29ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from YEG to YWG in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -25ºC and -6ºC on average.
More about Winnipeg
Once you've locked in your flights from YEG to YWG, you'll want to find a place to stay in Winnipeg. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:
The Forks Market and The Forks National Historic Site are just two of the big attractions to put on your Winnipeg itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Canadian Museum for Human Rights.
Complete your Winnipeg trip with hotels and a car rental
We don't just compare flights. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport, check out our great car rental deals that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Winnipeg stay.
