Churchill Airport
The airport reference for Churchill and the Hudson Bay region.
Search aircraft on LineaumChurchill Airport (YYQ/CYYQ) is owned and operated by Transport Canada and serves Churchill and the surrounding northern region. Transport Canada designates it a remote airport and lists charter carriers. Its longest runway is paved and 9,195 feet long.
Before confirming travel, check current official aeronautical information, weather, runway condition, services and fuel, then have the operator verify aircraft performance and movement support. Airport facts do not guarantee access or availability for a particular aircraft or date.
- Distance
- Approximately 2km
- Runway
- 9,195 ft / 2,802m
- Operating
- Check current Canada Flight Supplement, NOTAMs, Transport Canada and carrier information before each movement.
- Fuel
- Transport Canada lists refuelling; confirm fuel grade and availability for the movement
- Customs
- Confirm current customs and immigration arrangements with CBSA and the operator; do not assume availability.
- FBOs
- Confirm directly
Private aviation suitability
Transport Canada identifies Churchill as a remote airport and lists charter carriers serving the airport.
- Churchill and northern Manitoba access
- Remote airport charter planning
Key operational facts
Airport access and operating details should be confirmed for the aircraft and requested date.
- Runway summary
- 9,195 ft / 2,802m
- Published hours
- Check current Canada Flight Supplement, NOTAMs, Transport Canada and carrier information before each movement.
- Fuel
- Transport Canada lists refuelling; confirm fuel grade and availability for the movement
- Customs
- Confirm current customs and immigration arrangements with CBSA and the operator; do not assume availability.
- ICAO
- CYYQ
- IATA
- YYQ
- Facility type
- airport
Runway information
Runway dimensions are one part of an aircraft performance assessment; weather, weight, temperature, runway condition and operator approvals also matter.
- Identifier
- 15/33
- Length
- 2,803m
- Width
- 49m
- Surface
- Asphalt
Slots, PPR and operating context
Coordination requirements can vary by movement, season and airport procedure.
- Other constraints
- The airport is designated remote. Weather, runway condition, services, refuelling, timing and aircraft performance require movement-specific verification.
FBO and handling
This guide does not identify a current FBO or handling provider. Confirm the provider, operating hours and services directly before travel.
Aircraft suitability
Aircraft selection remains subject to performance calculations, passenger and baggage requirements, weather, runway condition and operator approval.
- Aircraft with verified performance for the paved runway and remote operating environment
No aircraft type is guaranteed. Verify payload, runway, weather, handling, fuel and operator support before dispatch.
Access to Churchill
Ground transfer times are approximate and traffic-dependent.
- Distance
- Approximately 2 km from Churchill
- Planning note
- Transport Canada lists Churchill as served by the airport; arrange local ground transport for the requested date.
Destination served
This airport guide covers private-aviation access for the destination.
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Frequently asked questions: YYQ
What are the codes for Churchill Airport?
Churchill Airport uses IATA code YYQ and ICAO code CYYQ.
What runway is available at Churchill Airport?
Transport Canada lists two runways; the longest is paved and 9,195 feet long. Confirm current runway details before the movement.
Are charter operators listed at Churchill?
Transport Canada lists charter services at the airport. A particular operator, aircraft, route and schedule must be confirmed directly.
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