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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 273
Typical prices: C$ 431-C$ 742
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/1Sat 13/1
SAN - YYC • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 425
Typical prices: C$ 420-C$ 720
WestJet
Sat 13/1Sat 20/1
SAN - YYC • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with WestJet. Average duration is 3h 30m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 69% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 29% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 606 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Calgary (SAN-YYC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Calgary

Sat, 9 Jan - Wed, 13 Jan
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8:39 a.m. - 10:45 p.m.SAN  San Diego-YYC Calgary
13h 06m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:30 a.m. - 3:14 p.m.YYC  Calgary-SAN San Diego
8h 44m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
C$ 273Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 13 Jan - Wed, 20 Jan
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3:09 p.m. - 10:15 a.m.SAN  San Diego-YYC Calgary
18h 06m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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8:00 p.m. - 3:14 p.m.YYC  Calgary-SAN San Diego
20h 14m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
C$ 288Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 30 Dec - Wed, 6 Jan
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2:45 p.m. - 10:40 p.m.SAN  San Diego-YYC Calgary
6h 55m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:30 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.YYC  Calgary-SAN San Diego
9h 25m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
C$ 291Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sun, 20 Dec - Tue, 22 Dec
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2:45 p.m. - 10:40 p.m.SAN  San Diego-YYC Calgary
6h 55m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:00 a.m. - 2:50 p.m.YYC  Calgary-SAN San Diego
8h 50m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
C$ 322Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, 4 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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7:05 p.m. - 10:15 a.m.SAN  San Diego-YYC Calgary
14h 10m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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9:50 a.m. - 7:11 p.m.YYC  Calgary-SAN San Diego
10h 21m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
C$ 330Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Sat, 9 Jan - Wed, 13 Jan
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8:39 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.SAN  San Diego-YYC Calgary
10h 51m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:30 a.m. - 3:14 p.m.YYC  Calgary-SAN San Diego
8h 44m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
C$ 331Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 6 Jan - Mon, 11 Jan
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3:59 p.m. - 10:15 a.m.SAN  San Diego-YYC Calgary
17h 16m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:30 a.m. - 1:24 p.m.YYC  Calgary-SAN San Diego
6h 54m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
C$ 333Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, 4 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
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7:05 p.m. - 10:15 a.m.SAN  San Diego-YYC Calgary
14h 10m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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9:50 a.m. - 7:11 p.m.YYC  Calgary-SAN San Diego
10h 21m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
C$ 334Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Wed, 13 Jan - Wed, 20 Jan
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1:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.SAN  San Diego-YYC Calgary
3h 30mdirect
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11:15 a.m. - 1:40 p.m.YYC  Calgary-SAN San Diego
3h 25mdirect
C$ 425WestJet
3+ days ago
Fri, 22 Jan - Tue, 26 Jan
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1:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.SAN  San Diego-YYC Calgary
3h 30mdirect
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11:15 a.m. - 1:40 p.m.YYC  Calgary-SAN San Diego
3h 25mdirect
C$ 443WestJet
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for San Diego to Calgary flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Calgary?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Calgary. It's 13% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 22% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Calgary?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Calgary at C$ 401 round-trip.
•December (C$ 703) and March (C$ 642) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 75% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Diego to Calgary the cheapest?

Flights from San Diego to Calgary are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 69% 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 San Diego to Calgary

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on SAN

Brandon travels every week and makes friends with stray cats wherever he goes. Dogs, too... he once brought one home to the US from the Amalfi Coast. He’s written 6 books, visited 6 continents (still waiting on Antarctica), and would eat ice cream 6 times a day if he could. He lives in Brooklyn, New York, with his partner and three cats.

Kaitlyn McInnis

Kaitlyn McInnis

Expert on YYC

Kaitlyn is a guidebook author and travel writer splitting her time between Atlantic Canada and Istanbul, Türkiye. She has visited over fifty countries and all seven continents, so she is very familiar with many hotels, airports and airlines around the globe. But her favorite type of vacation is sunbathing by the sea with a good book in hand.

Key details for San Diego to Calgary flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

C$ 109
Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 71% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from San Diego to Calgary

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Your San Diego to Calgary flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from San Diego to Calgary?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Diego to Calgary:

    • Earliest: departs at 1:30 pm and lands at 5:00 pm
    • Latest: departs at 2:30 pm and lands at 6:00 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 30m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from San Diego to Calgary?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Diego to Calgary:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long does a flight from San Diego to Calgary take?

    A direct flight from San Diego to Calgary takes 3h 30m, covering 3,315 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego to Calgary?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Diego to Calgary flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Diego to Calgary range from C$ 431 to C$ 742, with an average of C$ 562 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 431 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Diego to Calgary flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 96% above the C$ 562 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Direct fares average C$ 549 round-trip, compared to C$ 606 via a layover through Salt Lake City (SLC).

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from San Diego to Calgary?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 42–C$ 140 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 San Diego to Calgary?

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

  • How are flight departures from San Diego to Calgary spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on San Diego to Calgary flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on San Diego to Calgary flights?

    WestJet is the only airline on the San Diego to Calgary route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from San Diego to Calgary looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Diego to Calgary are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 137, which is 51% below 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 C$ 84 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Calgary?

    Flights from San Diego to Calgary usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Calgary (YYC).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Diego to Calgary pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Diego to Calgary most commonly connect through:

    • Vancouver Intl (YVR) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) – 23% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) – 13% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Diego to Calgary?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from San Diego to Calgary. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 494 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at C$ 691, a difference of C$ 197.

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

  • Which airlines fly from San Diego to Calgary?

    Only WestJet operates flights between San Diego and Calgary.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from San Diego to Calgary?

    Flying via San Francisco (SFO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 34m, compared with 6h 10m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 6h 13m via Vancouver Intl (YVR).

  • What is the time difference between San Diego and Calgary?

    Calgary is 1 hour ahead of San Diego (Mountain Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Calgary?

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

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on San Diego to Calgary flights?

    Among airlines operating San Diego to Calgary flights:

    • WestJet: offers free seat selection
    • Delta: 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 San Diego to Calgary flights?

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

    • WestJet: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in First Class

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

  • Is American Airlines environmentally friendly?

    American Airlines has implemented a fuel efficiency program that has saved many gallons of fuel, reducing carbon emissions. It has partnered with the CarbonFund Foundation to offset its carbon emissions by investing in renewable energy. It also implemented a sustainable catering program that uses compostable and recyclable materials and sources food locally.

  • Which flight alliances connect San Diego and Calgary?

    Star Alliance and One World flight alliances offer flights from San Diego to Calgary. American Airlines, a One World member, offers connecting flights through its hubs. Star Alliance member, United Airlines, provides passengers an extensive network of routes and destinations.

  • Does United Airlines offer dietetic meals?

    United Airlines offers special meals for passengers with special dietary requirements. These meals include vegetarian, kosher, and gluten-free. They also provide halal meals to Muslims that follow Islamic dietary laws. Passengers can request these meals during the booking process at least 24 h before departure.

  • What ticket class does WestJet Airlines offer?

    WestJet offers three class tickets: Economy, Premium, and Business. Economy ticket includes food and beverages and is the most standard ticket class. Premium class offers snacks and drinks, and for flights that are more than 150 minutes, enjoy a Canadian or a globally-inspired meal. Business class has customized pillows and blankets and special dietary meals. They also offer amenity kits that have skincare products.

Your guide to booking San Diego 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 Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average C$ 494, about C$ 197 less than Monday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 69% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to Calgary trip for May. Fares historically average C$ 401 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 302 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
  • Passengers flying from San Diego (SAN) to Calgary (YYC) with Air Canada should expect a layover at Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, while Delta Air Lines has a layover at Salt Lake International Airport (SFC). United Airlines operates a layover at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Alaska Airlines has a stopover at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). The duration of these layovers varies depending on which airline you choose.
  • WestJet elite members upgrade to first class using their complimentary annual companion voucher or can bid for an upgrade through the Plus Upgrade program. They can also use a travel credit card that offers perks such as free upgrades. Non-elite members can use WestJet dollars to purchase an upgrade, sign up for WestJet Rewards, and earn points for an upgrade.
  • If you don't want to spend a fortune on a flight, consider flying with Air Canada. It offers basic economy fares for domestic flights and doesn't charge any fee for carry-on baggage. It has an option allowing passengers to pay for flights using Aeroplan miles and offers discounted fares for youth and students. Air Canada has a low-fare finder tool to help find the best deals that suit your budget. It also has flexible booking options with no charge fees.
  • Economy class Delta Air Lines passengers can bring one personal item, a carry-on bag with dimensions of 22 × 14 × 9 inches. All checked bags must not exceed 50 lbs. First and business-class travelers can have one individual thing and two carry-on bags that should not exceed 70 lbs. The dimensions of two carry-on bags for first and business-class passengers should have dimensions of 22 × 14 × 9 inches.
  • Business travelers should consider choosing Alaska Airlines for their San Diego to Calgary flights. It offers a corporate travel program with discounts and rewards for business travelers. It has comfortable seating to help business passengers stay productive and relaxed during their flights. Not only that, but it also offers promotions and deals, making it an affordable and convenient option for corporate travel.

Prefer to fly direct from San Diego to Calgary?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from San Diego Airport to Calgary Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Diego to Calgary

Monday

WestJet

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Tuesday

WestJet

WestJet

Wednesday

WestJet

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Friday

WestJet

WestJet

Saturday

WestJet

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Sunday

WestJet

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Calgary to San Diego

Monday

WestJet

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Tuesday

WestJet

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Wednesday

WestJet

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Friday

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WestJet

Saturday

WestJet

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Sunday

WestJet

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