YEG’s single terminal makes navigation a cinch, with shops split between pre-security (landside, before screening) and post-security (airside, after screening).
Pre-Security (Departures Level 2, Arrivals Level 1): Ideal for quick grabs or meeting arriving passengers. You’ll find convenience stores, newsstands, and souvenir shops here. Key spots are near Central Hall and South Check-In.
Post-Security (Domestic/International and US Departures): Most shops are airside, near gates, offering duty-free, specialty retail, and travel essentials. Domestic/International shops cluster around Gates 49-76; US-bound shops are near Gate 88.
Tip: Post-security has more variety, so clear screening early to browse. Use YEG’s interactive map on flyeia.com for exact locations.
Types of Stores and Popular Brands
Books and Newsstands:
Hudson News: Multiple locations, including near Gate 49 (post-security) and South Check-In (pre-security). Stocks magazines, bestsellers, snacks, and water. Open 4:30 AM–6:00 PM.
Relay: On P1 near car rentals (pre-security) and post-security near Gates 62–64. Offers books, travel guides, and quick snacks. Open 5:00 AM–9:00 PM.
Souvenirs and Local Gifts:
Discover Alberta: Post-security near Gate 58. Packed with locally made gifts like maple syrup, Indigenous crafts, and Alberta-themed mugs. Open 4:45 AM–9:00 PM.
HBC Trading Post: Pre-security near Central Hall. Sells iconic Hudson’s Bay blankets and Canadian keepsakes. Open 6:00 AM–8:00 PM.
Duty-Free:
Dufry Duty Free: Two post-security spots – near Gate 58 (Domestic/International) and US Departures near Gate 88. Offers perfumes, alcohol, tobacco, and chocolates at tax-free prices. Open 4:30 AM–9:00 PM. Use their Reserve & Collect service to pre-order online and pick up at the airport.
Essentials and Convenience:
Mac’s: Arrivals Level (pre-security). Grab toiletries, snacks, or over-the-counter meds. Open 6:00 AM–10:00 PM.
Tech on the Go: Post-security, Central Hall. Sells chargers, earbuds, and Apple/Beats gadgets. Open 5:00 AM–9:00 PM.
Specialty Retail:
Sunglass Hut: Post-security, Central Hall. Top brands like Ray-Ban and Oakley. Open 6:00 AM–8:00 PM.
Metalsmiths Sterling: Post-security near Gate 58. Unique gemstone jewelry for gifts. Open 5:00 AM–9:00 PM.
Kidsworks: Near Gate 49 (post-security). Toys and games for kids. Open 5:00 AM–8:00 PM.
Tip: For duty-free, international and US-bound travelers get the best deals, but you must shop post-security. Pre-order with Dufry to save time.