Is a 1¾ hr layover in Calgary long enough?
Yes, 1 hour 45 min is probably enough for a layover at YYC (Calgary).
Is 1 hour 45 min enough for a layover at Calgary International (YYC)?
Ample time for any connection type, including US preclearance during peak periods.
What is the minimum connection time at YYC?
Minimum connection times at Calgary International: Domestic-to-Domestic is 40 minutes, International-to-International is 90 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.
Can I make a 1 hour 45 min connection at YYC on an international flight?
1 hour 45 min clears the 90-minute international minimum connection time at Calgary International, but you should still head directly to your gate. YYC uses an automated people-mover train, sometimes called The Link, to connect the domestic and international concourses within the same terminal complex, with the walk to the train plus ride taking up to 25 minutes end to end. Passengers connecting to a US-bound flight must pass through US preclearance, which includes both security screening and US Customs and Border Protection processing, adding significant time versus a standard domestic or international connection.
How much time do I need for a layover at YYC?
We recommend at least 1 hour for a comfortable connection at Calgary International. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 15 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 25 minutes).
What happens if I miss my connection at YYC?
WestJet and Air Canada both have transfer desks and self-service rebooking kiosks in the terminal for missed connections; head there immediately rather than the original departure gate, and check the airline app for automatic rebooking notifications.