So much interesting history in one small building! I recently enrolled in a flight dispatcher program, so while on my trip to Calgary I visited this museum. Unfortunately a portion of the museum is closed due to weather damage to the roof, but they are offering admission at a discount to make up for it. There is fascinating Canadian aviation and military history in the museum and lots of restored or remodelled aircraft from the past century. It is also very close to the Calgary airport itself and directly across from Tim Hortons, so you can grab a coffee and spot some planes after your visit. Great for kids too, there were volunteers going around with school groups showing them how everything works.

My visit to The Hangar Flight Museum was more than just a trip down memory lane; it was a heartwarming journey back to the times when my late husband, Wilfred, used to take me there. The museum's collection of aircraft and the passion of its staff brought tears of joy to my eyes. Each exhibit felt like a cherished chapter in our life together, and I left with a heart full of fond memories. This museum is a place that celebrates history, innovation, and, most importantly, the enduring love I had for Wilfred. If you're seeking a place to connect with the past and relive beautiful memories, this museum is a must-visit.

Haven't been since I came here for a school field trip many years ago; it amazed me today just as much as it did back then. Unfortunately the second building wasn't accessible due to some roof issues (this is where half of the museum is stored, including the Lancaster), but they offered some discounts and as we had prepaid, gave us a pass so we could come back later and view. Thoroughly enjoyed the history and variety of planes they store there, would recommend to anyone who is even remotely interested in aviation.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Yes

As it was father's day we have been there and to my surprise it was free for father's .It's worth going there. We had such a great time knowing about and watching the flights of yester years. And the great brains behind who build the flights and rockets. Each flight is a live example. Besides, there was Helicopter tours for 10 min. Any of your family member can sit take ride on the helicopter. Fantastic Ariel view experience of Calgary. Don't miss it. Museum staff was so polite and helpfull.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Yes

This place is awesome!!!! ...and I didn't even get to really see the Lancaster Bomber (the one plane I REALLY came to see) because the hanger got torn apart by the wind and as a result half the museum was closed. I WILL be back soon, but I'll be checking ahead if that other building has been reopened. As it was, I ate up all the time I had (nearly 4 hours) in only half to two thirds of the exhibits. ...but to be fair, I'm a bit of an aviation nerd. Great job team!!! Great job indeed!!
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure

We have been here several times, the school programs are excellent, especially as part of a flight unit in grade 6. The evening program you can book for a group is also excellent, the docents are extremely knowledgeable and are mainly volunteers. We have also come during the day as a family and the number of planes in both the Hangar and the tent are amazing, with a replica of the Silver Dart (Canada's first airplane), up through the first and second world wars is amazing g to see.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Easily one of the best aircraft museum experiences I've had. The staff here is very passionate about history and are excited to share it with you. John, a volunteer, gave us all a tour of the museum and walked us around, teaching us about the unique history of each aircraft and its place in the history of Canada. He was very passionate and kept it intesting. I will be returning to visit from the States every time I come into the country.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

While on a work trip to Alberta this last week I had time to spare on Sunday so came here while I was waiting for my hotel room. I'm glad I did. I'm a huge aviation and student of WW II history. This museum is a fantastic hidden gem with a great collection and knowledgeable volunteers. Their engine collection is one of the better ones that I have seen. A must see for aviation fans who find themselves in Calgary.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure

Fantastic spot. Love that you can buy tickets online or in person now. Once inside it’s spacious and informative, a mix of old and new exhibits. The kids loved going in and out of the WestJet training cabin, I loved all the engines upstairs. The women’s bathroom is AMAZING with the anteroom. Nursing? Overstimulated? Kids just need a reset? Perfect space. We had snacks on the picnic table outsideunder the helicopter before heading into the tent hangar to see even more.

My kids love the planes so we were looking forward to this visit. The museum is open from 10 am till 4 pm. Great collection to see inside & touch the history by this way. Unfortunately, the hangar outside was closed on that day. We were offered 20% discount or the pass for another day. As we couldn’t come back, we took the discount. The staff is helpful & friendly.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

My first visit to this museum. Friendly and helpfull staf + easy parking in front of the museum. Sadly the museum aircraft display in the main hangar is tightly packed together making good pictures nearly impossible. I am an aviation photographer and I came especially for the museum Douglas DC-3. Luckily the staff was able to help me get some pictures of it, while the building was temporarily off limits to the public...many thanks for that.

Great little aviation museum that does a great job of telling Canada's aviation history through most of the 20th century. A collection of really nicely restored vintage aircraft on display, both civilian and military. The outdoor fabric hangar was closed due to weather damage when I visited, but it is expected to be repaired later this year.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

This museum is a wonderful little hidden gem in Calgary. I stopped by here right before my flight out, and it was very much worth the trip. They have two hangar areas with all varieties and sizes of airplanes. Some planes even have a small ladder next to them so you’re able to go up and see the cockpit. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone with an interest in aviation and/or aviation history.

an excellent place to come and learn about aircraft history for both the adults and kids. it's absolutely superb for the kids. A great family outing. location is just North of McKnight off of Deerfoot easy location to find and lots of available parking. they have a wonderful store where you can buy toys Maps posters models everything you can think of in regards to airplanes and aircraft history.

Absolutely loved this flight museum. My husband is a big fan of airplanes and cars and this place was like a perfect place for our weekend getaway. We just enjoyed learning the history of Canadian aircrafts . Plus : Ticket is just $15 per person and they also offer helicopter rides for $100 per person.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
1 hr+
Reservation recommended
No

Amazing museum to look at planes and see Canadian history in general. Great place for the family and great service. Not busy and lots of staff ready to help you and tell you things. The only thing is that there is no restaurants nearby but other than that a great museum!
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Came here for the candlelit concert. It's an interesting place with different airplane displays. I read about one fighter who died at age 22. He was a student in the University of Calgary before being a fighter jet pilot. Washroom could be cleaned better
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure

Dad and myself went here for a rainy day activity. I was pretty impressed with the airplanes, engines, information about Calgary and how much of an influence it has been to the RCAF. It was very cool! I learned a lot and it was very cool seeing the bombers!!
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Great place for a quick visit. We stopped by before our flight home and it was a good way to spend an hour. Unfortunately 1 of the hangars was closed and since we paid online beforehand, we were offered a discount on the next visit rather than the day of.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Took my 11 year old here and had a lot of fun. If you or your kids love planes, you'll enjoy this place. Lots of history, don't be afraid to ask the staff on the floor questions... they'll have the answers! Now my son wants to learn to fly ...lol
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Was not impressed after paying full price, then told half the place closed. I understand the one hanger had some damages, that happens and not safe to enter it. But don't charge full price for half a museum!! Should of been half price...
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

We could not enjoy our visit because of a tour guide and because he was made in so unpleasant by talking and talking and not letting us enjoy. We felt suffocated with all his non sense. It ruined my husband’s mood for the whole day.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

This is a small museum but the all the staff here are so friendly and kind to visitors, specially for younger kids. We had a good time and as a grown up, very impressed with their presentation. Worth to go visit with family.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Yes

A good collection of historic aircraft, including a Hurricane fighter, Lancaster bomber, and DeHavilland Vampire jet fighter. Unfortunately, the roof of the largest building has been damaged, so that building is currently closed.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

This place is a great place to visit with kids! It's a mix of educational and interactive. There's an aisle of a WestJet plane that you can sit in. There's a large selection of old planes that you can see, as well as engines of all kinds. We will surely be back! The gift shop is reasonable as well.

Most of the museum was closed. You fligh an Australian Flag out side but don't recognise Allied Service personnel, very sad. Had to pay for nothing really. You should give military discounts to Allied forces.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
Up to 10 min
Reservation recommended
No

The stories told by the senior citizens who were volunteering there made our visit so enjoyable. They explained the history and workings of each aircraft with humor and in a very interesting manner. Big thanks to Mike and Dwight for their service!
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait

Taking the advantage of Family Day free entrance, we visited this museum with our grandkids. It's a great experience for all of us, especially the opportunity for kids to seat in a plane! The volunteers were so good in explaining the operation to the kids. It's worth for the wait at a long lineup.

Cool place, some exhibits were unavailable at the time we visited, such as the outside/hangar part and some of the inside attractions. Not the largest museum and a few of the models/attractions were not labeled.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

The museum is very good. It has lots of old planes, fighter planes, air crafts and engines. The place is neat and clean. The staff is very knowledgeable. I highly recommend visiting it with kids.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure

The place is good for young kids who loves flying or airplane. Would be nice to have other planes as this place had limited selections but overall experience is fun , place is clean and staff are nice
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Inexpensive, and is as advertised: a lot of planes, and fun details. Not a lot of interactive exhibits for kids, and the one building was closed (which they did give us a discount for). Maybe that would have helped? Was fine, though.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait

This place is small but has a good collection of aircrafts made in western Canada area. Staff are mostly volunteers but are a group of passionate people who love what they are doing.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

I'm impressed with this small museum and its staff. Thanks to a gentleman from Moose Jaw who shared lots of aviation stories and Canadian history. Highly recommend this place
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure

Good display of the first and other aircrafts. The staff is knowledgeable and happy to share their knowledge. If you like history and aircraft then you must visit this place.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Tickets cost about 30 CAD. The museum is rich in artefacts (airplanes and stuff like that). Every artefact has an explanatory note and helps the tourist with understanding the story behind each plane or artefact. Don't forget to see the planes in the hangar!!

Nice museum of old Canadian aircrafts. You get to see the structures and also manifold engine types. Pretty darn interesting if you’re an engineer or an aircraft aficionado.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

My families experience was great here. Very informative and staff were there to answer any questions we had. Exhibits were easy to follow and I learned a few new things.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Great place with number of planes it has, stories it tell and emotions it evokes. They have huge variety of planes and other things as well with their history.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Jay gave us an amazing tour of the museum and an overview of the history of Canadian aviation. He really brought the aircraft to life. Fantastic visit :)
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure

It’s ok, coming from UK I guess I’ve been spoilt by the air museums and collections we have there, this is average at best by comparison with a pretty small collection of aircraft, could do so much better given Canadian aviation history.

Attended candlelight show held at this venue. It was a fantastic experience, next week will visit again, but to see the museum and its exhibition.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Yes

A friend and I went to a candlelight concert at the museum so we didn’t really get to look around, but we both loved the setting and concert!
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure

A great little gem located at the south end of the YYC Airport. Vintage aircraft through jets, and helicopters they have it all. A great place for a couple hours. The volunteers are very engaged and informative about thier museum.

This is a nice little museum. It's definitely much less interactive than it used to be in so much as you can't touch as much. Currently the giant hanger is closed so they are missing a lot of planes. My kids really like it though.

This is a small museum compared to the Seattle flight museum. But still it has some interesting exhibits. When I was there the hanger was closed. But I got a discount for that.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
10–30 min

Very cool place to hang out for an hour or so. I'm a transportation nerd so I definitely spent all afternoon here. The volunteer for the day, Dwight, was very informative and knowledgeable about the planes in the hanger(s).

A great place for a family outing. Great staff and volunteers with abounding knowledge of the aircraft. A hidden gem in Calgary.
Visited on
Public holiday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Great museum where kids get to play and explore some of the aircraft on display. Staff were super helpful, friendly and knowledgeable.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Great little place , staff were excellent and the exhibits we're very interesting. If your in the area you must give this place a go
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Yes

Very cool bits of history! I enjoyed how they highlighted the heroic people that flew the planes and not just the planes themselves.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

The tribute to Queen was amazing. We will most definitely attend more of these Candlelight performances. We truly enjoyed the atmosphere . Continue to keep music in our lives. Thank you again for a wonderful evening.

It's decent size of aeroplane history museum. Must visit once in life. They got lot number of plane and helicopter inside. Staff was really friendly and gentle as well. You can actually touch the engine and planes.

Flight. A little bit of the old and a little of the new. A nice place to see… WAIT A AVRO LANCASTER BOMBER!!!!!!! Wow this place is awesome. Bring the kids, call Grandma, sound the alarm and take some pictures.

So much history to unveil. We were very lucky to hear lots from very knowledgeable staff. I am most likely going to come again and spend more time learn about the fascinating history of our canadian aviation

Really neat to see the old planes and history displays. Even a westjet cutout so you can pretend you are on a real plane!
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Way better than I thought. You can learn about how a bunch of streets are named after famous Calgarian pilots to!
Visited on
Public holiday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

The atmosphere and vibe of the venue and music was immaculate. The musicians also showed amazing talent and you could tell they were having fun too. Such an incredible experience!
Wait time
No wait

Not worth the ticket price. When I visited only 1 hanger was open and we finished the tour under 10 minutes. 1 time watch i would say the max.
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

It was a magical evening! The candle lighting made for a very intimate atmosphere and the music was amazing!
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
Up to 10 min
Reservation recommended
Yes

Fun visit following being given a 20% discount due to second hangar building being closed currently, reducing the cost of entry to C$12. Interesting, informative exhibits throughout. Worth a visit.

Like places or engines definitely your place. Very informative volunteers definitely spend time with them they have so much information to share. Highly recommended to go with kids as a family day.

This is the third candlelight concert I have attended and they have all been amazing! HIGHLY recommended.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
Up to 10 min
Reservation recommended
Yes

If you love aviation or just interested in beautiful planes and history, this is an unmissable place. Loves everything about it. Great collection of planes and engines. Really good experience.

It was such a great experience. The planes were so cool. Felt like i was a kid again. Would like to come again with our friends next time.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait

Good selection of aircraft, lots of interesting history given! Could use a little more interaction for children, but very neat stop for the aviation enthusiast. We enjoyed our time there!

Great place to see the historical development of aeroplanes ✈️ used during wars and peace.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Went for the candlelit orchestra and it was lovely. Have unique place to hold an event like that. Quite a lot of planes and decent sized space.
Wait time
30–60 min

Absolutely loved it!! I also got a cool key ring! Worth every penny I spent here!
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Yes

Visited for Remembrance Day and toured the museum, great displays and kind staff.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Need to check this place out when in Calgary. Great display of planes and there lots of info relating. Time to see everything and to stop and read is about 2 hours

It was nice and cute, had a lot of information about the planes and special dates. Unfortunatley only one hangar was open, but they gave us a discount …

Super cool facility with amazing aircraft and engines. Very knowledgeable and passionate staff. Highly recommend checking out if you are an airplane enthusiast!

It was a wonderful experienced! It brought me back memories!
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Yes

Fun place to take kids on the weekend. The staff actually takes you around and answers allot of questions and sometimes tell you fun stories about each plane.

It is very good. Spent around a hour. Great Family exploring
Visited on
Public holiday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure

I love this place! The workers show great attention to history on all of the amazing planes. This place is great for people of all ages. Highly recommended.

Had a blast at the Hanger Flight Museum. Special shoutout to Dwight and Tom who were the kindest volunteers!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.

Perfect small venue for the Fever Candlelight concert tonight.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Yes

I'm very impressed with this museum. My kids like to go there.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
1 hr+
Reservation recommended
Yes

A rather small but great museum with interesting exhibits!
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

The best air museum in the West. You will find a display of 20th century airplanes that are of important significance to history of flight.

Amazing museum and events. I had a great time
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
30–60 min
Reservation recommended
Not sure

The staff was very well versed and friendly. A great bit of canadiana in this museum.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait

Great music in an environment of great ambience
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Yes

Nice place if you are interested in aviation history. Unfortunately, the day I went, one of the buildings was closed for renovation.

It’s a great experience. Very highly recommended. Great for a family day. Very friendly environment and historic. Thank you.

It's a small and nice flight museum to hangout for 2hrs or so. Good to bring young kids here to see some of the old planes.

An absolute blast learning about Canada's aviation history, and about Canadian aircraft that was influential in its time!

Awesome little stop! My son loved it and being able to sit in the aircraft. Great friendly staff and volunteers as well!

Great museum and amazing history of aviation in Calgary area. This is a must visit for travelers as well as locals

Very cool museum with amazing history and models with thorough reading material at your perusal! Recommend!

I love airplanes, especially older planes. This museum, though down 1 hanger, was very interesting.

Ethereal experience. Aviation Museum + Music; the perfect Art collision. #Candlelightconcert❤️

Company Christmas party for husband was here. Was a great time
Wait time
No wait

Went to see String quintet perform a tribute to radio head. Called fever was amazing.

Lots to see. Would suggest booking the tour as they were extremely knowledgeable.

I vent get enough of these candlelight concerts! Phenomenal music and ambiance.

Very interesting and informative. A good visit for the whole family.

It was a great experience looking at the artifacts and planes.