Traveling from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Calgary International Airport (YYC): what you need to know
The timezone in Calgary is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Cedar Rapids.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your CID to YYC flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Calgary International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between CID and YYC:
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
Denver International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way The Eastern Iowa Airport to Calgary International Airport flight is $168. A round-trip fare is currently $386. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from CID to YYC, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Calgary International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Calgary International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)
CID is located at 2515 Wright Brothers Boulevard.
Of all flights leaving The Eastern Iowa Airport, 74.63% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach The Eastern Iowa Airport from central Cedar Rapids, it takes around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 9 miles from the airport to the city center.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near CID. Whether you're boarding an early flight from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Calgary International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a The Eastern Iowa Airport to Calgary International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near YYC instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Calgary International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Calgary's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Calgary International Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
YYC is located at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
From Calgary International Airport, Calgary is approximately 10 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the center driving.
Traveling to the center on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Calgary International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Calgary. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Calgary International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Calgary, with the temperature ranging from 46ºF to 79ºF.
December has average temperatures of between 0ºF and 32ºF. Look for cheap tickets from CID to YYC around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Calgary, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Journey around 170 miles north to Edmonton to check off its leading sights. From Royal Alberta Museum to Fort Edmonton Park and Alberta Legislature Building, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Canada, consider Kelowna, about 250 miles west of Calgary. Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and BC Wine Museum & VQA Wine Shop are key reasons to visit.
