Calgary skyline visible across the runway at Calgary International Airport, with aircraft ground support vehicles in the foreground.
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Charter a private jet to Calgary International Airport (YYC)

Private jet charter at Calgary International Airport offers efficient access to Western Canada from the heart of Calgary, Canada. Thanks to its long runways and dedicated business aviation infrastructure, the airport comfortably accommodates all categories of private aircraft, from light jets to long-range business jets.

Calgary International Airport: Key Details

Coordinates (DMS)
51° 7′ 8″ N, 114° 0′ 32″ W
Latitude / Longitude
51.118822, -114.009933
IATA CodeYYC
ICAO CodeCYYC
Elevation
1084 m (3557 ft)
Number of runway(s)3
Runway surface(s)Asphalt, Concrete
Longest runway
4267 m (14000 ft)
Business aviation movements in 2025
19236
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Most common aircraft operating from Calgary International Airport

When choosing a private jet for your journey, a few factors play a crucial role: number of passengers, distance of the flight, airport capabilities, and specific requirements of your journey. Here are the most frequently flown private aircraft to and from Calgary International Airport in 2025: Beechcraft King Air B200, Cessna Citation CJ3 and Embraer Praetor 500.

Beechcraft King Air B200 turboprop
3395
movements
seats
7
speed
537 km/h
290 kts
range
2446 km
1321 NM
Cessna Citation CJ3 light jet
2377
movements
seats
7
speed
769 km/h
415 kts
range
3222 km
1740 NM
Embraer Praetor 500 midsize jet
1318
movements
seats
7-9
speed
863 km/h
466 kts
range
6186 km
3340 NM

FBO services at Calgary International Airport (YYC)

Calgary International Airport (YYC) has three long paved runways, including 4,267 m (14,000 ft), 3,863 m (12,675 ft) and 2,438 m (8,000 ft), supporting everything from turboprops and light jets to ultra-long-range business jets and VIP widebodies. Below are the main FBOs used for private jet charter handling at YYC.

Skyservice Calgary FBO

Skyservice Calgary FBO private aviation terminal lounge
Skyservice Calgary private terminal

At Skyservice Calgary FBO, passengers can use a client lounge, while crews benefit from a crew lounge, gym, showers and pilot snooze rooms. The site supports efficient turnarounds with fueling, anti-icing, hangar and on-ramp parking, and customs (CANPASS) clearing, plus meeting spaces such as conference rooms.

Sunwest Aviation, The Shell AeroCentre

Sunwest Aviation Shell AeroCentre FBO at Calgary Airport
Sunwest Aviation Shell AeroCentre

Sunwest Aviation, operating as the Shell AeroCentre, runs a private, full-service terminal at YYC with multiple lounges, including a private executive lounge, as well as an in-house Canada Customs office and CANPASS customs clearance. Aircraft support includes heated hangars (up to Boeing 737 size), ramp parking, and a ramp-adjacent de-icing pad.

Million Air Calgary

Million Air Calgary FBO passenger lounge interior
Million Air Calgary lounge

Million Air Calgary delivers a premium ground experience with customs on-site, heated hangar access, and dedicated passenger and crew lounges. Additional facilities include a snooze room, conference room, flight-planning areas and concierge-style coordination designed for smooth private jet arrivals and departures.

Signature Flight Support (YYC)

Signature Flight Support YYC FBO reception and lounge
Signature Flight Support YYC

Signature Flight Support YYC provides 24/7 private aviation handling with facilities such as a passenger lobby, pilot lounge, heated hangar, showers, wireless internet, a snooze room, and a flight planning center. Core services include ground handling, quick turns and CANPASS support.

Swissport (YYC)

Aspire lounge at Calgary International Airport terminal
Aspire lounge, Calgary Airport

Swissport provides airport ground services at Calgary International Airport, supporting day-to-day airside operations such as passenger and ramp-related handling, alongside broader ground operations across its network. At YYC, Swissport also operates two Aspire lounges within the passenger terminal, which can be useful for travellers departing on commercial flights.

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