Travel
Location
The PETS 2026 conference will take place on the main campus of the University of Calgary in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Calgary is served by a major international airport and an integrated public transit system that connects the airport, downtown, and the university. The University of Calgary is located approximately 8 km northwest of downtown Calgary and is directly accessible via Calgary Transit's CTrain Red Line.
Explore the University of Calgary campus using the interactive campus map.
Directions
From the airport
Calgary International Airport (YYC) is the primary airport serving Calgary and offers direct flights to major destinations across North America and internationally.
From Calgary International Airport (YYC), the University of Calgary can be reached by taxi, rideshare, or public transit:
- Taxi or rideshare: Approximately 15-25 minutes, depending on traffic.
- Public transit: Take the airport bus service to downtown Calgary, then transfer to the CTrain Red Line toward Tuscany. Exit at University Station, which is adjacent to the campus. For transit maps, schedules, and trip planning tools, visit Calgary Transit.
By car
From Calgary International Airport (YYC):
- Exit the airport and follow signs for Deerfoot Trail (Highway 2) southbound.
- Continue south and take the exit for University Drive NW.
- Follow University Drive NW west toward the University of Calgary campus.
From downtown Calgary:
- Travel north on 10 Street NW or 14 Street NW.
- Turn west onto Memorial Drive NW or south onto University Drive NW, following signs for the University of Calgary.
Where to park
Visitor parking is available in surface lots and parkades across the University of Calgary campus. Current parking locations, rates, and payment options are available on the University of Calgary visitor parking page.
Airline Discounts
Air Canada
Air Canada is offering discounted fares for PETS 2026 attendees. Use promotion code FXUPV7F1 when booking.
- Travel period: July 13, 2026 – August 1, 2026
- Up to 10% discount on eligible fares
- Book with Air Canada (promo code automatically applied)
WestJet
WestJet is also offering discounted fares for PETS 2026 attendees based in Canada or the US. Use coupon code 0M6S6ZX when booking on the WestJet website.
- Valid for travel between July 13, 2026 and August 1, 2026
- 5% off Econo, 10% off EconoFlex and Premium; not valid on UltraBasic or Business class fares
- Book with WestJet (promo code NOT automatically applied)
Maps and Visitor Information
Printable and digital maps of the University of Calgary campus are available:
City maps, visitor guides, and transportation information for Calgary are provided by Tourism Calgary:
- Calgary maps and visitor guide
- Getting around Calgary
- Calgary LRT and Bus Station Maps
- Calgary Explore More Pass
