YYC - Calgary International Airport
Calgary, Canada
IATA Code: YYC · Calgary, Canada
The airport code YYC is the IATA identifier for Calgary International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Calgary Airport (YYC).
Calgary International Airport (YYC) serves Calgary, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YYC is the IATA airport code for Calgary International Airport, located in Calgary, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 51.1139°N, 114.0200°W. The current jet fuel price in the North America region is $5.21/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (North America)
$5.21/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- YYC
- City
- Calgary
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Edmonton
- Latitude
- 51.1139°
- Longitude
- -114.0200°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YYC
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YBA - Banff | 107 km | $1,561 | $3/passenger |
| YQF - Red Deer Industrial | 119 km | $1,736 | $3/passenger |
| YRM - Rocky Mountain House | 158 km | $2,305 | $5/passenger |
| WPC - Pincher Creek | 177 km | $2,582 | $5/passenger |
| YQL - Lethbridge | 186 km | $2,713 | $5/passenger |
| YCT - Coronation | 207 km | $3,020 | $6/passenger |
| YXC - Cranbrook | 209 km | $3,049 | $6/passenger |
| YSD - Suffield | 221 km | $3,224 | $6/passenger |
| YEG - Edmonton | 246 km | $3,589 | $7/passenger |
| YXH - Medicine Hat | 263 km | $3,837 | $8/passenger |
| YXD - Edmonton | 275 km | $4,012 | $8/passenger |
| YRV - Revelstoke | 291 km | $4,245 | $8/passenger |
| CTB - Cutbank | 302 km | $4,406 | $9/passenger |
| FCA - Kalispell | 312 km | $4,551 | $9/passenger |
| YET - Edson | 320 km | $4,668 | $9/passenger |
| YCG - Castlegar | 327 km | $4,770 | $10/passenger |
| YVG - Vermillion | 331 km | $4,829 | $10/passenger |
| YKY - Kindersley | 339 km | $4,945 | $10/passenger |
| YZZ - Trail | 343 km | $5,004 | $10/passenger |
| YJP - Hinton | 353 km | $5,150 | $10/passenger |
| YZU - Whitecourt | 357 km | $5,208 | $10/passenger |
| YLL - Lloydminster | 363 km | $5,295 | $11/passenger |
| YSN - Salmon Arm | 368 km | $5,368 | $11/passenger |
| YVE - Vernon | 386 km | $5,631 | $11/passenger |
| ZGF - Grand Forks | 392 km | $5,718 | $11/passenger |
| YLW - Kelowna | 400 km | $5,835 | $12/passenger |
| HVR - Havre | 418 km | $6,098 | $12/passenger |
| YBY - Bonnyville | 418 km | $6,098 | $12/passenger |
| COE - Coeur d'''Alene | 423 km | $6,171 | $12/passenger |
| YQW - North Battleford | 436 km | $6,360 | $13/passenger |
| YYF - Penticton | 437 km | $6,375 | $13/passenger |
| YOD - Cold Lake | 444 km | $6,477 | $13/passenger |
| GTF - Great Falls | 447 km | $6,521 | $13/passenger |
| SFF - Spokane | 450 km | $6,565 | $13/passenger |
| YKA - Kamloops | 453 km | $6,608 | $13/passenger |
| YYN - Swift Current | 455 km | $6,638 | $13/passenger |
| GEG - Spokane | 464 km | $6,769 | $14/passenger |
| YZH - Slave Lake | 467 km | $6,813 | $14/passenger |
| MSO - Missoula | 467 km | $6,813 | $14/passenger |
| SKA - Spokane | 470 km | $6,856 | $14/passenger |
| YLJ - Meadow Lake | 500 km | $7,294 | $15/passenger |
| ZMH - 108 Mile Ranch | 512 km | $7,469 | $15/passenger |
| YXE - Saskatoon | 518 km | $7,557 | $15/passenger |
| HLN - Helena | 523 km | $7,630 | $15/passenger |
| PUW - Pullman | 536 km | $7,819 | $16/passenger |
| YQU - Grande Prairie | 556 km | $8,111 | $16/passenger |
| LWT - Lewistown | 560 km | $8,169 | $16/passenger |
| YHE - Hope | 566 km | $8,257 | $17/passenger |
| YWL - Williams Lake | 567 km | $8,271 | $17/passenger |
| LWS - Lewiston | 571 km | $8,330 | $17/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YYC Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the North America region has jet fuel priced at $5.21/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from YYC
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Calgary
Calgary experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through YYC
Traveling through Calgary in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the North America region directly influence ticket pricing. North and South American airports generally have well-established ground transportation networks, including ride-sharing services, shuttles, and rental car agencies. For international arrivals, customs and immigration processing times vary significantly by country.
🇺🇳 Canada Travel Tips
Canadian airports serve both domestic and transborder (US) traffic. NEXUS cards can expedite US-Canada border crossings. Winter weather in northern airports can cause seasonal schedule disruptions.
Planning Your Trip via YYC
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Calgary International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YYC
- Fuel impact awareness: The North America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.21/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to YYC are YBA, YQF, YRM — consider these for potentially lower fares