Edmonton International Airport (YEG) July 2025 Operational Report

Flight Activity Overview

Total Departing Flights: 3,393

Year-over-Year Change in Departing Flights: 10.74%

In July 2025, Edmonton International Airport handled 3,393 departures, reflecting a year-over-year change of 10.74% as airlines fine‑tuned schedules and capacity. The hub’s domestic and transborder demand remained resilient, with network adjustments focused on peak periods and fleet utilization.

On-Time Performance and Cancellations

Departure On-Time Performance: 80.02%

Year-over-Year Change in OTP: 5.50%

Cancelled Flights: 49

Year-over-Year Change in Cancellations: −62.31%

Departure OTP reached 80.02% (5.50% YoY), influenced by afternoon congestion and air traffic flow programs. Cancelled departures totaled 49 (−62.31% YoY), reducing severe disruptions for most travelers; building in a modest buffer still helps during weekend peaks.

Airlines Serving YEG

Service at Edmonton International Airport is led by a mix of full‑service and low‑cost carriers covering major Canadian cities and key U.S. gateways. This network design prioritizes domestic connectivity with seasonal international options to leisure markets.

Outlook

Over the next 4–8 weeks, schedules at the hub should stay broadly steady with departure OTP near current levels; late‑day thunderstorms and Friday–Sunday peaks may still cause pockets of delay. Passengers should favor morning departures, allow 60–90 minutes of extra buffer for security and connections on busy days, and monitor real‑time gate and weather alerts via the NextFly App.