Calgary International Airport (YYC) Information
(Calgary, Alberta - AB, Canada)
Serving the Canadian province of Alberta, Calgary International Airport is widely regarded as one of North America's finest. Direct flights are offered to destinations across Canada, as well as to America, Europe, Central America, East Asia and the Caribbean. Nearly 13 million passengers use the airport each year, making it Canada's fourth-busiest.
The four concourses at Calgary's airport are divided into two separate wings. Each offers passengers a complete array of amenities to ensure a relaxing journey. Most of the 20 or so airlines that operate at Calgary's airport are North American, although British Airways and KLM fly directly to the UK and Europe from here.
The sleek, modern terminal at Calgary's airport boasts Wi-Fi Internet, parking, baggage carts and admission to the Spaceport - a fascinating, onsite entertainment and educational facility focused on space travel and aeronautics.
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Address: 2000 Airport Road Northeast, Calgary, Alberta, AB, T2E 6W5, Canada, CA
Tel: +1 403 735 1200
Calgary International Airport is located 12.5 miles / 20 km northeast of downtown, with ample transport options to suit everyone's needs. From onsite buses to private taxis, limousines, hotel shuttles and public buses, it is never hard to find a way to reach your destination in Calgary.
Calgary International Airport Guide
Facilities:
- Full service ATMs from four major Canadian banks in each concourse
- US currency ATMs located in Concourse C
- Several restaurants, bars, fast-food chains and coffee shops located in all four concourses, both pre-security and post-security
- Dozens of shops selling gifts, chocolates, fashion accessories, reading material, electronics and duty free items in all concourses
- Six car hire firms in Arrivals, including Hertz, Avis, Budget, Thrifty, National and Enterprise
- Three VIP lounges onsite from Air Canada, Swissair and Servisair
- Wellpoint Medical Clinic, OraOxygen Wellness Spa, massage and hair salon in the Departures concourse
- Spaceport is a major attraction showcasing aeronautics and the space industry
- Parking for short- and long-term needs is available in lots which are directly connected to the terminal, within walking distance at the economy lot
Cars and Taxis
The Queen Elizabeth II Highway runs from Calgary Airport to the downtown core, making driving into the city a breeze. Taxis and limousines are available outside of Arrivals for the quick ride into the city, while many downtown Calgary hotels provide complimentary shuttle pick ups for their guests.
Buses
Travelers can choose from three private airport shuttle companies, such as the Allied Downtown Shuttle Service. Calgary Transit runs specific public buses directly to the airport from downtown and three other major metropolitan areas. To travel outside of the city, Red Arrow Motorcoach offers long-distance buses to regional Canadian cities like Edmonton and Red Deer.
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