YYC Airport Live Departures
Checking in at Calgary Airport
Checking in at Calgary Airport starts with identifying which terminal to report to. Typically, your airline will notify you during the booking process. Alternatively, you can check the Calgary Airport live departures board online or the boards at the airport.
The check-in desks for Air Canada, Air North, Central Mountain Air, Flair Airlines, Porter, and WestJet are located in the Domestic Terminal. If you’re flying to the US or overseas, the check-in desks for Air Canada, Air Transat, Alaska Airlines, Delta Airlines, Edelweiss, Discover Airlines, KLM, SunWing, United Airlines, and WestJet are located in the International Terminal.
Once you’ve identified where your airline desk is, you can drop your bags and complete the check-in process according to their instructions. In some cases, you can go straight to security if you’ve checked in online and are only carrying hand luggage, but verify this with your airline. You can check out our board above for the latest Calgary Airport Departures today.
When to arrive at Calgary Airport?
It is recommended that Calgary Airport departures arrive at least two hours before a domestic flight. This is because there are fewer departure procedures. If you’re flying internationally, head to the airport at least three hours before your flight to ensure you have enough time to get through security.
What’s next?
Once you’ve checked in and dropped your bags off at your airline’s check-in desk, you’ll be given a boarding pass. This is essential for getting into the security checkpoint.
There are five security checkpoints at YYC Airport.
For domestic flights, you can go to the checkpoint at Concourses A, B, and C.
Passengers departing from the International Terminal can go through the checkpoint at Concourse D. The Transborder checkpoint with US customs pre-clearance is at Concourse E.
To avoid delays at security screening, check the list of forbidden items indicated on the Calgary Airport website. You’ll need to remove items that can trigger the metal detectors, including belts, cellphones, laptops, tablets, coins, keys, watches, and jewelry. In some cases, you may be prompted to remove your shoes, too. Your items must be placed in the trays provided. You should also remove any outerwear and place it in a tray.
Liquids, gels, aerosols, and creams cannot be in containers larger than 100ml or 3.5 fluid ounces each. Then, place your liquids in a clear resealable bag no larger than 1 liter in volume. This bag should be removed from your hand luggage and placed in a tray before screening.
After passing through the security checkpoint, follow the path to the Calgary Airport Departures lounge.
What to do in Departures at Calgary Airport?
Each of the two Calgary Airport Departures Lounges is fully equipped with free WiFi, ample seating, restrooms, baby change facilities, ATMs, and charging points. In the Domestic Terminal, you’ll find restaurants and shops such as Dunkin’ Donuts, Subway, and the Hudson store.
The International Terminal has similar offerings, as well as a duty-free store. There are also electronics and book stores at both terminals to keep you entertained as you wait for your flight.
If you’d like a more private place to rest and snack before your flight, why not try the VIP lounges available at departures at Calgary Airport? There are four VIP lounges available across the airport. There is also a free Quiet Space lounge in the Domestic Terminal for a quiet and cozy place to rest.
Frequently Asked Questions
How early should I arrive at Calgary Airport for an international flight?
It can take over an hour to get through Calgary Airport, which is why it’s best to arrive at least 3 hours before your flight’s scheduled departure time. This will give you enough time to get through check-in, security, and boarding.
Is Calgary Airport strict about liquids?
How long does it take to get through security at Calgary Airport?
