Which London airport has the cheapest flights to Calgary?
Calgary flights from Heathrow are usually the cheapest from London - though prices from Gatwick are often competitive. Look for WestJet in your search results as these often have the cheapest flights to Calgary.
Can you fly direct from London to Calgary?
Yes, you can fly direct to Calgary from London Heathrow with airlines including British Airways, Finnair, Air Canada and Iberia Airlines and London Gatwick with Air Transat and WestJet. All flights to Calgary from London City will have a stopover.
How long does the flight take?
Direct flights from London to Calgary take around 9 hours - the shortest flight takes 8h 50min. Flights with a stopover typically last around 12 to 15 hours.
Which airlines have direct flights to Calgary from London?
And the most popular airlines for direct flights are British Airways, Finnair, Air Canada and Iberia Airlines.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Calgary?
When you fly is just as important as the airline you fly with so, if you're flexible on dates, try searching by month to see when the cheapest flights are. November is often the cheapest time to fly to Calgary – it’s winter, so the weather can be unpredictable and you’re likely to get snow, which is great news if you’re going for the skiing.
On the other hand, July can be one of the most expensive times for flights from London to Calgary, so you may have to work a bit harder to find a bargain fare. It’s one of Calgary’s warmest months, and it’s peak time for summer tourists.
FAQs about flights from London to Calgary
Which airlines fly from London to Calgary?
British Airways is one of the most popular carriers from London Heathrow, but you can also fly direct to Calgary with Finnair, Air Canada and Iberia Airlines. There are a number of airlines offering indirect flights too. From Gatwick you can fly direct to Calgary with Air Transat and WestJet, and indirect with the likes of Air France. Meanwhile, from London City you can fly with KLM, Virgin Atlantic and SWISS, although they’re all indirect flights.
Which airlines have the cheapest flights to Calgary?
Air Transat currently has the cheapest flights from London to Calgary.
How do I get into Calgary from Calgary International Airport?
There’s a public bus service – route 300 Airport-City Centre – which runs from the airport into downtown Calgary every 30 minutes from 5am until midnight, seven days a week. It costs $8 and the journey time is about 30 minutes – get a Calgary Transit Boarding Pass in the airport before you board the bus. There’s also an airport shuttle that takes the same amount of time – these leave from bay 8 on Arrivals level one of the airport. You can also catch a cab at the airport. If you’re hiring a car, the rental centre is over the road from the main terminal building, in Departures level two.
What are the top things to do in Calgary?
This skyscraper-studded city isn’t short on tall buildings, but the 1968-built Calgary Tower is the original and the best. Head up to the observation tower for widescreen views of the city, or sit down for a meal at the revolving restaurant. When you’re full, visit Heritage Park Historical Village to see what Calgary once looked like, take the bridge over to Prince’s Island Park for a picnic, and chow down on sugary treats from Jelly Modern Doughnuts on 1414 8th St.
Do I need a visa to travel to Calgary?
You’ll either need a visa or an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to visit Canada, and for most people with a British passport it will be the latter. You’ll need to apply online before you travel, so check the requirements before your trip.
