Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or are just quickly passing through, our Edmonton Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
Table of Contents
I was able to build a very comfortable bed between two chairs of my own, and actually almost overslept! – mrbene
YEG Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Edmonton International Airport.
What to Expect
Edmonton Airport (Code: YEG) consists of one long terminal with one end devoted to U.S.-bound flights and U.S. border pre-clearance, and the remainder serves domestic and international flights. There are about a dozen shops, eateries and service providers on the landside (including a 24-hour convenience store) and a few dozen on the airside. The free WiFi helps pass the time. For additional comfort, while you wait, passengers can access one of the airport lounges for a fee.
Sleeping in Edmonton Airport
Reviewers have reported numerous sleeping options with various furniture throughout the airport, both landside and airside. In particular, you might enjoy the sofas by Gate 56 or the designated rest zone near Gate 16. The terminal is well-lit and quite noisy, with frequent public service announcements cited as incredibly annoying. Therefore, consider packing earplugs, noise-cancelling headphones, sleep masks, or other eyeshades. One airport employee left a review citing reports of theft, so be sure to keep a good eye on your belongings. For uninterrupted sleep, albeit for a price, a hotel is connected to the terminal and other nearby airport hotels within easy shuttle distance. See Airport Hotels in the guide below.
Good to Know
A new 70-store outlet mall is available on the airport grounds. Shuttle service to and from the airport is available, departing from Door 9 in the Arrivals and Entrance 2 of the outlet mall.
Read the latest traveller reviews for more tips. For more airport information, continue scrolling down to explore more in our Edmonton Airport Guide.
To help us keep this guide up-to-date, you can add or update information or write a review to submit airport tips and photos.
In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
Edmonton International Airport is open 24 hours a day.
Rest & Relaxation Zones
No dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones exist. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.
Cots
The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in Edmonton airport sounds like a nightmare, there is a hotel connected to the terminal and other nearby hotels that provide free airport shuttles:
Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel – Conveniently connected to the terminal. » Check Rates
Hotels near Edmonton Airport with shuttles:
- Fairfield by Marriott Edmonton International Airport » Check Rates
- Ramada Edmonton International Airport » Check Rates
- Days Inn Suites Edmonton Airport » Check Rates
- Super 8 Edmonton International Airport » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels near Edmonton Airport that can be sorted by price, distance, traveller rating and popularity.
Airport Lounges
Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships
Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there are lounges that you can enter by paying at the door, purchasing a lounge pass or through a lounge membership program.
- Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge – Location: Airside, Domestic/International Departures, near Gate 54. Hours: Daily, based on flight schedules. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Eligible Business Class on Air Canada/Star Alliance • Star Alliance Gold (same-day Star Alliance flight) • Aeroplan Elite Status (50K, 75K, Super Elite) • Maple Leaf Club members • One-time passes when offered by Air Canada (space-permitting).
- Plaza Premium Lounge – Location: Airside, Domestic/International Departures, near Gate 52. Hours: 5:00 AM – 1:00 AM. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • Credit card rewards programs.
- Plaza Premium Lounge – Location: Airside, U.S. Departures, near Gate 88 (after U.S. Preclearance). Hours: 5:00 AM – Last departure. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs • Credit card rewards programs.
Drinking Water
Water fountains are available throughout the terminal.
Food & Drinks
Food outlets operate with varying schedules, with many open at 4:00 AM. There are no 24/7 food concessions in the terminal. However, the convenience store Circle K Convenience Shop, located on the landside, is open 24 hours.
Luggage Storage & Lockers
Luggage storage is reportedly available to transit passengers only. Requirements may include photo ID, a boarding pass or itinerary within 24 hours, and government-issued identification. Location: Arrivals Level, landside, between Doors 5 and 7
Mobile Charging
Charging stations are located throughout the terminal, though availability near seating can vary during busy periods.
Showers
Public showers are not available. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
WiFi / Internet
Free WiFi is available at Edmonton Airport. Connect to the “EIA_FREE_WIFI ” network.
Security & Safety
Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:
- Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
- Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
- Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
- Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.
More Airport Information
Business Workstations – Several shared workstations are available throughout the terminal. A public computer terminal is also available at the Information Desk, with free short-term access.
Chapel – An interfaith chapel provides a quiet space for prayer or reflection. Prayer mats and a washroom are available. Hours: Open 24 hours.
Family Services
- Baby Care Room – Baby care rooms are available for breastfeeding and diaper changing. Facilities include seating, privacy curtains, and water access.
- Children’s Play Areas – Several children’s play areas are available airside, offering a place for kids to burn off energy before a flight.
Information
- Airport Ambassadors – Roving airport ambassadors are available to help answer questions and assist travellers. They wear teal-coloured shirts and are usually easy to spot.
- Information Desk – An information desk is available on the Arrivals Level during daytime and evening hours, with reduced hours on weekends.
Live Entertainment – Occasional live performances, interactive activities, and art displays take place throughout the year. Availability varies.
Luggage
- Coat Check – A coat-check service is available year-round for a small daily fee. The service may be free with qualifying airport parking.
- Luggage Storage & Lockers – see “Luggage Storage & Lockers” above.
- Luggage Wrapping – Plastic luggage-wrapping services are available to help protect bags from damage or tampering.
Money
- ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available throughout the terminal, including landside and airside areas. Fees may apply depending on your bank.
- Currency Exchange – Currency exchange services are available in multiple terminal areas, with hours varying by location.
Pets
- Pet Therapy – Certified therapy dogs and their handlers regularly visit the terminal, offering travellers a chance to relax before a flight. Trading cards featuring the dogs may also be available.
- Pet Relief Areas – Designated pet relief areas are available both outdoors (landside) and inside the secure area (airside). Waste bags and disposal bins are provided.
Shopping – Duty-free shops are available airside, along with a range of retail stores selling travel essentials, gifts, and convenience items.
SIM Cards – A reader has asked us to include where to buy SIM Cards. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.
Smoking – Designated smoking areas are available landside only on the Departures and Arrivals levels. Smoking is not permitted airside.
Bus and Shuttle
Whether you are looking for a local bus, shuttle or long-distance coach bus, YEG airport has several connections for you.
Route 747 Bus, an express service on the Edmonton Transit System’s network, transfers passengers between the airport and Century Park Transit Centre in just 24 minutes. Connections to other ETS transit services are available throughout the journey. The fare is $3.50 for a one-way ticket. For more information, visit the ETS website.
Skyshuttle (Temporarily unavailable) is a shared-ride door-to-door service between the airport and Edmonton, stopping only at requested locations. Fares start at $18 per person one-way. For more information, visit the Skyshuttle website.
ebus offers daily coach service between the airport, Edmonton, Red Deer, Fort McMurray and Calgary. Services are scheduled to coincide with many flight schedules. Discounted fares are available online. For more information, visit the ebus website.
Red Arrow offers shuttle service between the airport and Edmonton city centre. For more information, visit the Red Arrow website.
SunDog Tours offers a year-round daily shuttle service between the airport and Jasper National Park. Pick-up is at 3:15 PM at Door 10 (Arrivals) by reservation only.
Leduc Transit provides regular buses to the city of Leduc. For more information, visit the Leduc Transit website.
Car Rentals
Car rental desks are on the Ground Level of the Parkade, outside Door 8. The following agencies are available onsite: Alamo • Avis • Budget • Dollar • Enterprise, Hertz • National • Thrifty.
Hotel Shuttles
Several area hotels provide airport shuttle service: Airways Country Inn • Days Inn Edmonton Airport • Four Points by Sheraton Edmonton International Airport • Hampton Inn & Suites Edmonton International Airport • Hilton Garden Inn Edmonton International Airport • Holiday Inn Express Edmonton International Airport • Quality Inn Airport – Edmonton • Super 8 Edmonton International Airport.
See also Airport Hotels above.
Ride Sharing
Uber and Lyft operate throughout Canada. A ride from the airport to Downtown Edmonton costs $40 to $50.
Taxi
Several taxi and limousine companies operate from the Commercial Taxi area, but other taxis may pick up or drop off passengers there if prior arrangements are made. Wheelchair-accessible taxis must be reserved in advance through the Ground Transportation Desk at the airport or by contacting your service provider of choice. At the time of this update, the flat rate between the airport and downtown Edmonton is $62 by taxi and $71 by limo.
Last updated: 2026-01-27
This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.