Edmonton International Airport (YEG) is the largest Canadian airport by area and seems set to continue its rapid growth. About six million passengers per year are served at Edmonton Airport, many of whom make use of the more than 50 non-stop services to national and international destinations. The Expansion 2012 program will see a multitude of new gates, an integrated baggage room and a new control tower complex being opened. The modern airport also supports Edmonton as the Cultural Capital of Canada by showcasing local artists within the airport itself.

Airport Information Edmonton

• Location: Located about 20 miles south of the city center, it doesn’t take all that long to get from the airport to the city of Edmonton.
• Address: Edmonton International Airport, P.O. Box 9860, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 2T2
• Telephone Number: 780 890 8900
• Time Zone: Mountain Standard Time (MST)
• Eating & Drinking: Looking for a refreshing drink or filling meal? Pick up a smoothie at a juice bar, grab a latte at Starbucks or have a sit down meal at a bar and grill. No matter what you’re craving, the options at Edmonton International Airport will suit your taste.
• ATM: ATMs are located throughout the terminal. Currency exchange is available at Travelex foreign exchange at both arrivals and departures (Tel: 780 890 2370).
• WiFi: Wifi is available throughout Edmonton Airport via the boingo network service. Further details can be obtained at the Information Booth on the Arrivals level.
• Shopping: Shopping at Edmonton International Airport includes many options including duty free, fine wines, music, outdoor wear and books. Be it gifts for loved ones or entertainment on the flight ahead, you’ll find it here.
• Luggage: Items lost in the terminal building and parking lots at Edmonton International Airport can be claimed at the Information Booth on the Arrivals Level. (Tel: 780 890 8382 or 1 800 268 7134 in North America). Baggage carts are free of charge and located throughout the airport, and baggage storage is found at arrivals level at the Ground Transportation Office.
• Airport Hotels: There is a wide selection of hotels in the vicinity of the airport and in the city center itself. These include the Quality Inn Hotel Edmonton International Airport, the Radisson Hotel Edmonton South, the Edmonton Marriott at River Cree Resort, the Westin Inn Edmonton and the Hilton Garden Inn West Edmonton.
• Disabled Travelers: Edmonton International Airport features accessible restrooms, accessible check-in and information counters and accessible shuttle transport for its disabled customers.
• Lounges: Air Canada passengers can relax before their flight at the Maple Leaf Lounge, which is located to the left after security in departures. The lounge is open from 4.45am until 1am and guests can make use of the business center, high speed internet and complimentary food and drinks.
• Parking: There are three parking options at Edmonton International Airport – Priority Valet, the Parkade Park and Value Park. Priority Valet is the closest airport parking that also has a concierge service, Parkade Park is just a short walk from the terminal and the perfect parking spot for those collecting passengers, while the Value Park offers the most economical parking for those staying away a little longer, and is serviced by a free shuttle bus to the terminal. Parking rates are based on one day being a 24-hour period.
• Directions & Transportation: Transportation to Edmonton Airport is varied and plentiful. The Sky Shuttle brings passengers to and from a number of destinations in Edmonton, and many hotels also offer a shuttle service. The airport is also served by five rental car companies, which are all located in the Parkade, Level P1. Taxis and limousines can be ordered at the Ground Transportation Office on the Arrivals Level. Tour company Sundog also provide an airport/resort shuttle.
• Website: http://flyeia.com/