YWK
Wabush Airport
Wabush · CanadaICAO CYWK
Wabush Airport (YWK) is an airport serving Wabush, Canada, located in the Northern and Western hemispheres at coordinates 52° 55' 18.8" N, 66° 51' 51.8" W. The airport sits at an elevation of 1,808 feet (551 meters) above sea level. With 10 direct destinations served by 2 airlines, it is a regional hub for air travel. The local timezone is America/Halifax (GMT-3).
Destinations
10
Airlines
2
Elevation ft
1,808/ 551m
America/Halifax
GMT-3
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Airport Details
IATA Code
YWK
ICAO Code
CYWK
City
Wabush
Country
Canada
Elevation
1,808 ft
Local Time
03:38 PM (GMT-3)
Coordinates
Latitude:52.9219°
Longitude:-66.8644°
Popular Routes from YWK
| Destination | City | Distance | Flight Time | Type | CO2 (Economy) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YZV | Sept-iles, Canada | 188 mi | 0h 51m | short-haul | 77 kg | View |
| YKL | Schefferville, Canada | 130 mi | 0h 45m | short-haul | 54 kg | View |
| YYR | Goose Bay, Canada | 269 mi | 1h 1m | short-haul | 110 kg | View |
| YBC | Baie Comeau, Canada | 268 mi | 1h 0m | short-haul | 110 kg | View |
| YBG | Bagotville, Canada | 366 mi | 1h 12m | short-haul | 150 kg | View |
| YCL | Charlo, Canada | 342 mi | 1h 9m | short-haul | 140 kg | View |
| YUL | Montreal, Canada | 601 mi | 1h 38m | short-haul | 247 kg | View |
| YVB | Bonaventure, Canada | 341 mi | 1h 9m | short-haul | 140 kg | View |
| YYY | Mont Joli, Canada | 304 mi | 1h 5m | short-haul | 125 kg | View |
| ZUM | Churchill Falls, Canada | 123 mi | 0h 44m | short-haul | 50 kg | View |
Airlines Operating at YWK
2 active airlines serving Wabush Airport.
Air Canada
ACCanada
Arik Niger
Q9Niger
CO2 Emissions Reference
Estimated carbon dioxide emissions per passenger for sample flight distances, based on DEFRA 2024 emission factors.
| Route Type | Distance | Economy | Premium Eco | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-haul | 800 km | 204 kg | 326 kg | 592 kg | 816 kg |
| Medium-haul | 3,000 km | 468 kg | 749 kg | 1357 kg | 1872 kg |
| Long-haul | 8,000 km | 1200 kg | 1920 kg | 3480 kg | 4800 kg |
Values are estimates based on average emission factors. Actual emissions vary by aircraft type, load factor, and routing.
Nearby Airports
Airports closest to Wabush Airport that may serve as alternatives.
| Airport | IATA | City | Country | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schefferville Airport | YKL | Schefferville | Canada | 210 km |
| Sept-Îles Airport | YZV | Sept-iles | Canada | 303 km |
| Churchill Falls Airport | ZUM | Churchill Falls | Canada | 197 km |
| Baie Comeau Airport | YBC | Baie Comeau | Canada | 432 km |
| Charlo Airport | YCL | Charlo | Canada | 550 km |
| Mont Joli Airport | YYY | Mont Joli | Canada | 489 km |
| Port Menier Airport | YPN | Port Menier | Canada | 387 km |
| Havre St Pierre Airport | YGV | Havre-Saint-Pierre | Canada | 370 km |
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Geographic & Timezone Details
Position
- Latitude (DMS)
- 52° 55' 18.8" N
- Longitude (DMS)
- 66° 51' 51.8" W
- Latitude (Decimal)
- 52.921902
- Longitude (Decimal)
- -66.864403
- Hemisphere
- Northern / Western
Timezone
- IANA Timezone
- America/Halifax
- UTC Offset
- GMT-3
- Current Local Time
- 03:38 PM
- Elevation (ft)
- 1,808 ft
- Elevation (m)
- 551 m
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IATA code for Wabush Airport?
The IATA code for Wabush Airport is YWK, and its ICAO code is CYWK. The airport is located in Wabush, Canada.
How many destinations can you fly to from YWK?
There are 10 direct destinations available from Wabush Airport (YWK) in Wabush, Canada.
What airlines fly from YWK?
There are 2 airlines operating from YWK, including Air Canada, Arik Niger.
What timezone is Wabush Airport in?
Wabush Airport is in the America/Halifax timezone (GMT-3). The airport is located in the Northern and Western hemispheres.
What is the elevation of Wabush Airport?
Wabush Airport sits at an elevation of 1,808 feet (551 meters) above sea level.
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