Car hire Canadian Rockies International Airport

Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport services the city of Cranbrook, which is located in the Kootenay region of British Columbia. The airport receives aircraft arriving from Calgary, Edmonton and Vancouver and is open 24 hours. It has an annual passenger throughput of just over 100,000 and sits six miles north of Cranbrook.

Cranbrook Airport facilities

The airport has one parking lot, which is located in front of the single-terminal building. The lot offers both short- and long-term parking. Cranbrook Airport also features a separate international Arrivals area for those arriving on a connecting international flight. There is one sit-down restaurant in the terminal and counters for car rental in Cranbrook Airport.

Cranbrook Airport excursions

The Kimberley Highway links the airport to the city, making travel with car hire in Cranbrook Airport easy. Although the city itself has a few attractions including the Canadian Museum of Rail Travel, the main draws here are the surrounding Purcell and Rocky Mountains and the wildlife haven of Elizabeth Lake.

Best time to visit

Cranbrook can be visited throughout the year and is known for being a fairly dry city. November, December and January see the most snowfall, while June experiences the most rain. July and August are the hottest months and great times to visit, although many people prefer the winter months to enjoy skiing in the mountains.

Car rental in Cranbrook Airport

Cranbrook is fairly small and some of the city's side streets are in poor shape. The main roads are in good condition, as is Highway 3/95, which passes through the city. Travelling along these routes to the city's surrounding areas is best done with the use of car hire in Cranbrook Airport. There are plenty of car rental options so it is recommended that drivers compare car hire deals online beforehand.