Flying from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Calgary International Airport (YYC): what you need to know
A direct flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Calgary International Airport takes on average 3 hours 2 minutes. The timezone in Calgary is UTC-6, which is 1 hour behind Minneapolis.
You can choose from 14 weekly flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Calgary International Airport. The 06:45 departure with Delta Air Lines is the earliest flight out between MSP and YYC. Delta Air Lines operates the last service of the day at 18:55 if you're not into early starts.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Jetting into Calgary (and discovering more of Canada!) is simple with Delta Air Lines. This popular airline runs direct flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Calgary International Airport.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Calgary International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that interests you. Popular stopovers on the MSP - YYC route include:
Edmonton International Airport
Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport
Saskatoon International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
C$92 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Calgary International Airport. Return flights start from C$299. These fares may change based on availability.
Score cheap flight tickets from MSP to YYC by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Calgary International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Located around 21 kilometres from central Minneapolis, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport can be reached in approximately 19 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 26 minutes.
Have an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Calgary International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to MSP:
Arriving at Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Calgary International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YYC instead:
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
Calgary International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Calgary. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 20 minutes.
Traveling by public transport typically takes 1 hour and 1 minute.
When to fly to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
July is the busiest month for flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Calgary International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Calgary in May.
The warmest month in Calgary is August, with the temperature ranging between 8ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Calgary International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flight tickets from MSP to YYC in December if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -18ºC and 0ºC on average.
More about Calgary
Start your Calgary trip right by finding a fantastic stay. Once you've booked your flight from MSP to YYC, have a look at our range of hotel options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Calgary Tower, Heritage Park Historical Village and Glenbow Museum are must-visits when exploring Calgary.
Complete your Calgary trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Calgary International Airport, explore our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Calgary escape.