Airports Near Red Deer
The closest airports to Red Deer, Canada: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Red Deer, Canada is Red Deer Regional Airport (YQF), about 7 mi (11 km) away — roughly 23 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Edmonton International Airport (YEG).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YQF | Red Deer Regional AirportRed Deer, Canada | 7 mi / 11 km | 23 min | Regional |
| YRM | Rocky Mountain House AirportRocky Mountain House, Canada | 48 mi / 77 km | 1 hr 26 min | Regional |
| YEG | Edmonton International AirportEdmonton, Canada | 73 mi / 117 km | 1 hr 41 min | International |
| YYC | Calgary International AirportCalgary, Canada | 80 mi / 129 km | 1 hr 52 min | International |
| YBW | Calgary / Springbank AirportCalgary, Canada | 84 mi / 135 km | 1 hr 57 min | Regional |
| YXD | Edmonton City Centre (Blatchford Field) AirportEdmonton, Canada | 91 mi / 146 km | 2 hr 7 min | Regional |
| YCT | Coronation AirportCoronation, Canada | 101 mi / 162 km | 2 hr 20 min | Regional |
| YBA | Banff AirportBanff, Canada | 104 mi / 168 km | 2 hr 26 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Red Deer Regional Airport (YQF) is the most convenient at about 7 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Edmonton International Airport (YEG) (73 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Red Deer. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with YQF.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near YQF saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Other cities these airports serve
Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Red Deer is Red Deer Regional Airport (YQF), about 7 mi (11 km) away — roughly 23 min by road.