Flying from Victoria to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): what you need to know
Begin planning your trip by checking out the departure points for your flight from Victoria to Edmonton International Airport (YEG). Explore your options for taking off from Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH) or Victoria International Airport (YYJ), two of the city's main airports.
The average length of a direct flight from Victoria to Edmonton International Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Edmonton International Airport is located in Edmonton. The city operates in the UTC-6 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Victoria.
Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG) is the most popular route. There are 14 direct flights a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with WestJet at 20:30. Choose the first YYJ to YEG departure operated by WestJet at 08:52 if you want to get going earlier.
Your flight from Victoria to YEG won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Airports in Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
You can jump on a direct flight from Victoria to Edmonton International Airport (YEG) out of Victoria International Airport (YYJ).
When taking off from YYJ, you can catch a direct flight from Victoria to Edmonton International Airport with WestJet.
From central Victoria, YYJ is approximately 27 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Want a handy hotel near Victoria International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Victoria to Edmonton International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
About Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Book a hotel near YEG if you're catching a late flight from Victoria to Edmonton International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to central Edmonton
From Edmonton International Airport, Edmonton is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 34 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Book a one-way ticket from Victoria to Edmonton International Airport from 55 € or travel return from just 107 €. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
We recommend booking as soon as you can to get cheap tickets from Victoria to YEG. You're more likely to snag a great deal and have a wider selection of departure times and dates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Victoria to Edmonton International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Victoria to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Victoria to Edmonton International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Edmonton, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Edmonton. July is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Victoria to YEG during then and you can expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 25ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Victoria to Edmonton International Airport in February when temperatures average between -25ºC and 0ºC.
More about Edmonton
Start your Edmonton trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Victoria to Edmonton International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to get to know Edmonton is to explore its top sights. Highlights include Royal Alberta Museum, Fort Edmonton Park and Alberta Legislature Building.
Complete your Edmonton trip with a car rental
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