How long should I plan for a layover in Calgary?

The best layover in Calgary is 4–72 hours. This gives you enough time to reach the city, see the highlights, and return to the airport with buffer time.

Do I need a visa for a layover in Calgary?

Calgary is visa-free for US passport holders. No visa is required for a layover.

Is Calgary a good layover city?

Yes. Calgary scores 90/100 on the LayoverScore™, making it one of the top-rated layover cities. Banff National Park 1.5 hours away

Calgary layover (YYC). 72h. LayoverScore™ 90.

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25 minutes to city center. 4–72 hours of layover time.

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Banff National Park 1.5 hours away

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How long at Calgary?

YOUR 72H LAYOVER

What 72 hours in Calgary gets you.

Banff National Park 1.5 hours away. Stampede Park rodeo venue. Stephen Avenue Walk historic district.

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How long at Calgary?

What 72 hours in Calgary gets you.

CTrain to downtown, then Banff National Park 90 minutes west. Canadian Rockies are closer than you think.

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