Cheap Flights to Canmore

Canmore is served by just one airport, Calgary Intl. Airport (YYC).

A flight to Canmore means hitting the tarmac at YYC. Step off the plane, grab your luggage and you'll be 97 kilometres from the centre of town.

There are 16 air carriers that fly to Canmore from 74 airports around the world.

Most often, travellers opt to fly with WestJet, Air Canada and Flair Airlines when going to Canmore. The largest number of these flights come in from Vancouver, with WestJet servicing this route the most frequently.

With approximately 1,257 direct flights each week, you'll be arriving in Canmore before you have time to say, "Are we there yet?"

Travellers often set off from Vancouver, Toronto and Edmonton airports when flying to Canmore.

If you're flying to Canmore from Vancouver, you’re looking at a flight time of 1 hour and 30 minutes. Those jetting off from Toronto can expect to be in the air for 4 hours and 24 minutes. From Edmonton it's roughly 1 hour away.

If you'd like to have some extra spending money on your trip to Canmore, then listen up! As every seasoned traveller knows, avoid booking at the last minute. Airfares are often highest just prior to the departure date. Another easy way to get a bargain is to shop around. If your destination has multiple airports, don't forget to research the cost of flying into a less busy terminal. Lastly, another simple way to save some cash is be ready to book fast. If you find a good deal, don't hesitate — snap it up while the opportunity's there.

Depending on where you’re coming from, your journey to Canmore could be a piece of cake or it could drag on forever. We've rounded up some useful tips that will help you start your next great adventure on a positive note. What to pack in your hand luggage:

• Firstly, and most importantly, put in your passport, official ID, bank cards and vital medications. Next, you'll need some entertainment to help pass the time. A juicy book and a phone filled with your favourite shows are good options. If you hope to take a quick snooze, a quality neck pillow and some noise-cancelling headphones will also be useful. Finally, leave some space for a toothbrush and some deodorant so you'll hop off the plane feeling fresh as a daisy.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Make sure you don't have sharp or pointed objects lurking in one of the zippers of your hand luggage. Other restricted items include explosive or flammable goods, such as bleach and fuel, and gels and liquids in containers with a volume of more than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres).

What to wear on a flight:

• Your goal here is to be as comfortable as you can. Choose easy-to-remove footwear, dress in loose, natural fibers and remember to take a sweater in case you get cold in the cabin.
• The result of lengthy periods of inactivity, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clotting condition that can affect passengers on long-distance flights. Reduce the risks by staying hydrated, keeping your feet and legs moving and wearing compression tights or socks.

Being organised before you arrive at the airport will make your trip to Canmore quick and painless. We've compiled some useful tips for a stress-free journey through security:

• Be sure to have your passport and travel documents within easy reach. They're the first things you'll be asked to show at airport security.
• Next up, both you and your carry-on bag must be X-rayed. To speed things up, remove anything that is likely to trigger the alarm. Items like your belt, coat and headphones will be required to go through the machine.
• All your electronic gadgets, including your tablet and phone, must also be separately scanned.
• Travelling with a new cologne? No problem. As long as the volume is no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) and it's stored in a clear zip-close bag, it's fine to bring with you in your carry-on bag.
• Slip-on shoes are a sensible footwear choice as you're less likely to have to remove them when passing through security. Big boots and other heavy shoes are often subjected to additional screening.
• Sharp or pointed items are not allowed in the cabin. They'll be confiscated at security, so pack them safely away in your checked bags.