Flying from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Calgary International Airport (YYC): what you need to know
Calgary's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Calgary 11 hours 30 minutes behind Colombo.
To ensure you get on your CMB to YYC flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time such as February? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Bandaranaike International Airport to Calgary International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between CMB and YYC include:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to Calgary International Airport flight is $936. A round-trip fare is currently $1,768. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CMB to YYC if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Calgary International Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from CMB to YYC.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Calgary International Airport.
Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Of all flights departing from Bandaranaike International Airport, 75.71% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Bandaranaike International Airport from central Colombo, it'll take about 40 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to CMB? If you're catching an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Calgary International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Reserve a hotel near YYC if you're taking a late Bandaranaike International Airport to Calgary International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Calgary International Airport rental car and discover Calgary and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Calgary International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to central Calgary
You'll find YYC at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
Calgary International Airport to central Calgary has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The quietest month for a flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Calgary International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Calgary based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Calgary International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Calgary during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CMB to YYC in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) on average.
Explore more of Canada
Edmonton is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've seen Calgary. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Royal Alberta Museum, Fort Edmonton Park and Alberta Legislature Building.
Around 402 kilometres west of Calgary, Kelowna is another essential stop in Canada. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and BC Wine Museum & VQA Wine Shop.
