Cheap flights from Castlegar to Calgary

Flying out of Castlegar

West Kootenay Regional Airport (YCG) is located just south of Castlegar, BC. It is a small airport with one commercial airline offering daily flights to Calgary. Direct flights to Calgary from Castlegar last about 1 hour. You can get to West Kootenay Regional Airport by taking bus #33 from the Castlegar Community complex. If you take a taxi to the airport, it is best to reserve one ahead of time to ensure you arrive when you want to. Airport shuttles also run to the airport from the nearby towns of Nelson and Rossland.

The airport has free wireless internet, and 2 fee-for-use wired hookup locations. The restaurant serves up local fare and is open from 8:00am until after the last flight of the day leaves to ensure there is always food service for passengers. To find the best deals on flights to Calgary from Castlegar, use Skyscanner's flight search feature.

Arriving at Calgary International Airport

Calgary International Airport (YYC) is the major airport serving Southern Alberta and is located 17km northeast of Calgary city center. The Calgary airport has public transit access to connect you to the city. You can catch the Calgary transit buses at bus bays 7 and 8 across the roadway from the arrivals level at the domestic terminal, or bay 38 at the international terminal. Taxi service is available 24 hours a day from the taxi stands outside the arrivals level. Car rentals are available from several different companies at airport kiosks.

Calgary International Airport has one hotel on the premises, and several nearby hotels offer free shuttle service from the airport. Use Skyscanner's hotel booking tool to book your room before you leave, especially if you are visiting in July during the city's annual Stampede, when this sprawling city becomes crowded.

Calgary is a centre of the oil and gas industry, and is known for its proximity to the Rocky Mountains. Visitors come to go up the Calgary tower, or use the city as a base for ski trips or other day trips out in to the surrounding area. Both Castlegar and Calgary can get intense winter weather with snow and freezing temperatures. Be prepared for possible flight delays due to weather, and dress for the occasion. There is a one hour time difference between Castlegar and Calgary.