Tourism statisticsCity2026
Calgary Tourism Statistics: 8M+ Visitors in 2023
Calgary, in Alberta, Canada, recorded more than 8 million visitors in 2023, Travel Alberta reports. AirROI estimates 108,471 Airbnb stays in Calgary in the 12 months to October 2026. The busiest month was August, and the quietest was February.
Airbnb figures are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026. Read the method
- Estimated Airbnb nights
- 730,657
- Typical Airbnb stay
- 6.7 nights
- Busiest Airbnb month
- August
- From within Canada, among guests who left a review
- 70%
Key facts
Calgary Tourism Facts
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Official
- Travel Alberta puts Calgary at more than 8 million visitors in 2023.
Airbnb stays
- AirROI puts Airbnb stays in Calgary at 108,471 in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Calgary added up to 730,657 nights in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates a typical Airbnb stay in Calgary lasted 6.7 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 38 days ahead.
Busiest months
- AirROI ranks August the busiest Airbnb month in Calgary in the 12 months to October 2026, followed by September and June, with February the quietest.
- AirROI estimates the six busiest Airbnb months in Calgary ran unbroken from May to October in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Calgary in July were booked furthest ahead, about 70 days, against 21 days for February, in the 12 months to October 2026.
Guests
- AirROI estimates 70% of Calgary Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 were from within Canada, and the United States at 13% and the United Kingdom at 3.1% were the top countries abroad.
- Among Calgary Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, Edmonton was the top origin city at 9.9%, and Calgary itself came second at 9.2%, AirROI estimates.
By place
- AirROI ranks Calgary first for Airbnb stays among the 15 towns it lists in Alberta in the 12 months to October 2026.
Official numbers
How Many Tourists Visit Calgary?
Travel Alberta counted more than 8 million visitors in 2023.
| Figure | What it counts | Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| More than 8 millionVisitors | Visitors to Calgary | 2023 | Travel Alberta |
Airbnb stays
Airbnb Stays in Calgary
Calgary had 4,751 Airbnb homes in the 12 months to October 2026. They took an estimated 108,471 stays and 730,657 nights. A typical stay lasted 6.7 nights and was booked about 38 days ahead, longer than the worldwide stay of 5.2 nights.
- Airbnb homes
- 4,751
- Airbnb stays, estimate
- 108,471
- Airbnb nights, estimate
- 730,657
- Typical stay
- 6.7 nights
- Booked ahead
- 38 days
Busiest months
When Is the Busiest Time in Calgary?
On Airbnb, August was the busiest month in Calgary in the 12 months to October 2026, then September and June. February was the quietest. The six busiest months run unbroken from May to October.
August ranks first, February last
Airbnb months in calendar order, 12 months to October 2026. The number is the month's rank, and 1 is the busiest. The bar shows its part of Airbnb nights.
- Three busiest months
- Other months
From busiest to quietest: August, September, June, July, October, May, March, December, November, April, January, February.
Month by month: rank, typical stay and days booked ahead
| Month | Share of nights | Booked ahead |
|---|---|---|
| August | 10.3% | 42 days |
| September | 9.8% | 32 days |
| June | 9.5% | 42 days |
| July | 9.4% | 70 days |
| October | 8.6% | 28 days |
| May | 8.6% | 36 days |
| March | 7.8% | 22 days |
| December | 7.5% | 26 days |
| November | 7.4% | 21 days |
| April | 7.4% | 27 days |
| January | 6.8% | 23 days |
| February | 6.8% | 21 days |
Share is each month's part of the year's Airbnb nights. Typical stay and days booked ahead are AirROI estimates for stays in each month.
Where guests come from
Where Do Calgary Airbnb Guests Come From?
About seven in ten Calgary Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 were from within Canada (70%), and the top countries abroad were the United States at 13% and the United Kingdom at 3.1%, AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, Edmonton was the top origin city at 9.9%, and Calgary itself came second at 9.2%. The figures rest on 335,687 reviews, written over many years.
70% from within Canada
Among guests who left a review, as of October 2026
- From within Canada 70%
- From abroad 30%
Top countries abroad
Among guests who left a review
Top origin cities
Among guests who left a review
FAQ
Questions About Tourism in Calgary
How many tourists visit Calgary?
Calgary had more than 8 million visitors in 2023, according to Travel Alberta. AirROI estimates 108,471 Airbnb stays in Calgary in the 12 months to October 2026, which is a separate count of bookings.
When is the busiest time in Calgary?
The busiest Airbnb month in Calgary in the 12 months to October 2026 was August, then September and June. The six busiest months run from May to October.
What is the quietest month in Calgary?
February was the quietest Airbnb month in Calgary in the 12 months to October 2026, ranking 12th of 12, and January ranked 11th. Stays in February were booked about 21 days ahead, against 70 days for July.
How long is a typical Airbnb stay in Calgary?
A typical Airbnb stay in Calgary lasted 6.7 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 38 days ahead. That is longer than the worldwide 5.2 nights. By month, stays ran from 4.6 nights in September to 7.2 nights in January.
Where do Airbnb guests in Calgary come from?
Of Calgary Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 70% were from within Canada, AirROI estimates. The top countries abroad were the United States at 13% and the United Kingdom at 3.1%. Among the same guests, the top origin city was Edmonton at 9.9%, and Calgary itself came second at 9.2%.
Are Airbnb stays the same as tourists?
No. Travel Alberta counts visitors (more than 8 million in 2023). An Airbnb stay is one booking on one platform, however many guests it holds. AirROI's 108,471 stays are estimates for the 12 months to October 2026.
Method
How These Numbers Are Made
Official figures come from their publishers, linked above, and were last checked in November 2026. Stays and nights are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026, built from Airbnb listing data, and cover Airbnb only. Nights are stays times the typical stay: 108,471 stays at 6.74 nights. Month ranks compare each month's part of Airbnb nights. Origin rests on 335,687 reviews and describes guests who left a review, not everyone who stayed. Read the method page.