When it comes to the history of Calgary Airport, you should know that its previous name was McCall Field and it was built in 1914. Canada invested a lot of money in the development of Calgary Airport because it realized its international importance based on the number of international flights. All flights are scheduled and Calgary Airport goes above and beyond its service, having a non-stop flow of tourists as well as locals. Around 10 kilometers separate the airport from the city center and Canada plans on expanding the airport to face the never ending flow of tourists.

The terminal is divided into four sections, working for both international and local flights as well as flights from U.S. Another section that is under construction is planned to open in 2015. Canada sure knows how to welcome its guests. When you set foot on Calgary Airport you won't know where to go first, which place to pick over another etc. The airport offers you over 135 shops which you can choose from, you can always search for the perfect memory by picking out a souvenir that represents one of the many symbols Canada has.

The Calgary Airport staff are multilingual and they know to speak most international languages so if you require any type of information there won't be any language barrier. If you are interested in grabbing a bite after an exhausting flight, you can pick one of the many fast food services at the airport. Canada understands the importance of prompt service so you can enjoy free Wi-Fi connection, free baggage carts and free parking. Isn't it great? You can check the latest updates online and save some money, too. There are also plenty of currency ATMs spread all around the airport. If you feel the need to spoil yourself, you can enjoy some nice minutes spent at the spa or go and have a change of hairstyle.

Tourists seem to appreciate the lounges at Calgary Airport. The lounges are aimed for businessmen as well as other types of passengers. They can be considered retreats or great places to choose when you are in between flights and you just want some peace and quiet. When it comes to ground transportation, you have all the options you could possibly desire. You can car hire if you don't have any time to waste or you can pick one of the public means of transportation if you don't mind to wait a little and save some money, too.

There is also a taxiway, there are bus stops with shuttle coaches and buses that arrive at the airport every 20 minutes and that take you straight to the center of Calgary and there are also public buses. Canada has prepared everything for you, you just have to sit back, relax and enjoy the ride.