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Cheapest round-trip
$415
Typical prices: $412-$562
Porter Airlines
Sat 1/6Tue 1/16
YQB - YYC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$280
Typical prices: $218-$338
Porter Airlines
Sat 3/24
YQB - YYC • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Québec City and Calgary. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Most punctual • 94% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 47% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 16% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $561 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Québec City to Calgary (YQB-YYC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Québec City to Calgary

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 16
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1:50 pm - 11:25 pmYQB  Québec City-YYC Calgary
10h 35m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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7:30 am - 5:35 pmYYC  Calgary-YQB Québec City
9h 05m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$415Porter Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Fri, Jan 22
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1:50 pm - 10:39 pmYQB  Québec City-YYC Calgary
9h 49m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Ottawa
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7:55 am - 5:35 pmYYC  Calgary-YQB Québec City
8h 40m2 stops Ottawa Toronto Pearson Intl
$432Porter Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Fri, Jan 22
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1:50 pm - 10:39 pmYQB  Québec City-YYC Calgary
9h 49m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Ottawa
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7:30 am - 5:35 pmYYC  Calgary-YQB Québec City
9h 05m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$432Porter Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Fri, Jan 22
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1:50 pm - 11:25 pmYQB  Québec City-YYC Calgary
10h 35m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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7:30 am - 5:35 pmYYC  Calgary-YQB Québec City
9h 05m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$443Porter Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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1:55 pm - 11:30 pmYQB  Québec City-YYC Calgary
10h 35m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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7:20 am - 4:30 pmYYC  Calgary-YQB Québec City
8h 10m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$511Air Transat
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:55 pm - 11:30 pmYQB  Québec City-YYC Calgary
10h 35m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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7:20 am - 4:30 pmYYC  Calgary-YQB Québec City
8h 10m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$517Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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1:55 pm - 10:47 pmYQB  Québec City-YYC Calgary
9h 52m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Ottawa
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7:20 am - 4:30 pmYYC  Calgary-YQB Québec City
8h 10m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$538Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 15
Air Canada Logo
10:00 pm - 9:44 amYQB  Québec City-YYC Calgary
12h 44m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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10:10 pm - 9:31 amYYC  Calgary-YQB Québec City
10h 21m2 stops Edmonton Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$593Air Canada
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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5:55 am - 3:29 pmYQB  Québec City-YYC Calgary
10h 34m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
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10:10 pm - 9:31 amYYC  Calgary-YQB Québec City
10h 21m2 stops Edmonton Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$617Air Canada
Sat, Dec 12 - Sat, Dec 19
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2:20 pm - 12:06 amYQB  Québec City-YYC Calgary
10h 46m2 stops Ottawa Toronto Pearson Intl
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6:10 pm - 9:31 amYYC  Calgary-YQB Québec City
14h 21m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$625Air Canada
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Price, demand and travel trends for Québec City to Calgary flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Québec City to Calgary?

Round-trip flights from Québec City to Calgary typically range from $412 to $562. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $415, on Porter Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Québec City to Calgary?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Québec City to Calgary. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Québec City to Calgary?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Québec City to Calgary at $403 round-trip.
•December ($564) and November ($532) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 39% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Québec City to Calgary the cheapest?

Flights from Québec City to Calgary are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 47% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Québec City to Calgary

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Lucas Aykroyd

Lucas Aykroyd

Expert on YYC

Lucas Aykroyd is an award-winning travel writer based in Vancouver (YVR). His favorite adventures include tracking polar bears in Nunavut and rafting over a waterfall in New Zealand. Lucas has written for the in-flight magazines of Delta, SAS, and Porter Airlines. He is also a National Geographic and Toronto Star contributor.

Mark Stachiew

Mark Stachiew

Expert on YQB

Mark Stachiew has been exploring the world and writing about it for more than 30 years. His travel stories have appeared in numerous newspapers, magazines and online publications in Canada, the United States and beyond.

Key details for Québec City to Calgary flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$280
Beat the crowds with an average 64% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 111% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Québec City to Calgary

When to book flights from Québec City to Calgary

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Québec City to Calgary based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Québec City to Calgary flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Québec City to Calgary?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Québec City to Calgary:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class

  • How long is a flight from Québec City to Calgary?

    A nonstop flight from Québec City to Calgary takes 00m, covering 1,928 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Québec City to Calgary?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Québec City to Calgary flight?

    Round-trip flights from Québec City to Calgary range from $412 to $562, with an average of $478 over the past 12 months. Anything below $412 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Québec City to Calgary flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 58% above the $478 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Québec City to Calgary?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $457 round-trip, compared to $561 via a layover through Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL).

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Québec City to Calgary?

    WestJet is the only airline operating Québec City to Calgary flights. 94% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Québec City to Calgary?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $30–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Québec City to Calgary?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by WestJet and Air Canada. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

  • Have flight prices from Québec City to Calgary changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $415 to $1,056. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Québec City to Calgary looking right now?

    One-way fares from Québec City to Calgary are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $407, which is 51% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Calgary Airport (YYC)?

    Calgary Airport (YYC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $60 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Avis
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Québec City to Calgary?

    Flights from Québec City to Calgary usually depart from Québec City (YQB) and arrive at Calgary (YYC).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Québec City to Calgary?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Québec City to Calgary?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Québec City to Calgary route, 6% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 47m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Québec City to Calgary pass through?

    Connecting flights from Québec City to Calgary most commonly pass through:

    • Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) - 74% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 26% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Québec City to Calgary?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 10% on flights from Québec City to Calgary. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $453 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $501, a difference of $48.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Québec City to Calgary?

    Flying via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 02m, compared with 7h 53m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ).

  • What is the time difference between Québec City and Calgary?

    Calgary is 1 hour behind Québec City (Mountain Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Calgary?

    Some of the most popular sights in Calgary are Scotiabank Saddledome, Stampede Park and Central Memorial Park. These are among the most viewed places in Calgary on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Québec City to Calgary flights?

    Among airlines operating Québec City to Calgary flights:

    • WestJet: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Québec City to Calgary flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • WestJet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Québec City to Calgary flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $453, about $48 less than Sunday fares (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 47% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Québec City to Calgary trip for April. Fares historically average $403 round-trip in that month - typically $161 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Calgary Airport.

    • Hotel 11, Mod A Sonesta Collection
    • Hotel Clique Calgary Airport
    • Wingate by Wyndham Calgary Airport

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