HZP - Fort Mackay / Horizon Airport
Wood Buffalo, Canada
IATA Code: HZP · Wood Buffalo, Canada
The airport code HZP is the IATA identifier for Fort Mackay / Horizon Airport. You may also find it referred to as Wood Buffalo Airport (HZP).
Fort Mackay / Horizon Airport (HZP) serves Wood Buffalo, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
HZP is the IATA airport code for Fort Mackay / Horizon Airport, located in Wood Buffalo, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 57.3817°N, 111.7010°W. The current jet fuel price in the North America region is $5.21/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (North America)
$5.21/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- HZP
- City
- Wood Buffalo
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- N
- Latitude
- 57.3817°
- Longitude
- -111.7010°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from HZP
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YMM - Fort Mcmurray | 86 km | $1,255 | $3/passenger |
| YPY - Fort Chipewyan | 158 km | $2,305 | $5/passenger |
| YVT - Buffalo Narrows | 264 km | $3,851 | $8/passenger |
| YSM - Fort Smith | 294 km | $4,289 | $9/passenger |
| YZH - Slave Lake | 300 km | $4,376 | $9/passenger |
| YBE - Uranium City | 306 km | $4,464 | $9/passenger |
| ZFD - Fond-Du-Lac | 341 km | $4,975 | $10/passenger |
| YOD - Cold Lake | 343 km | $5,004 | $10/passenger |
| YBY - Bonnyville | 347 km | $5,062 | $10/passenger |
| YOJ - High Level | 350 km | $5,106 | $10/passenger |
| YKJ - Key Lake | 365 km | $5,325 | $11/passenger |
| YPE - Peace River | 372 km | $5,427 | $11/passenger |
| YSF - Stony Rapids | 400 km | $5,835 | $12/passenger |
| YLJ - Meadow Lake | 413 km | $6,025 | $12/passenger |
| YFR - Fort Resolution | 437 km | $6,375 | $13/passenger |
| YXD - Edmonton | 439 km | $6,404 | $13/passenger |
| YZU - Whitecourt | 441 km | $6,433 | $13/passenger |
| YHY - Hay River | 449 km | $6,550 | $13/passenger |
| YVG - Vermillion | 451 km | $6,579 | $13/passenger |
| YNL - Points North Landing | 462 km | $6,740 | $13/passenger |
| YLL - Lloydminster | 464 km | $6,769 | $14/passenger |
| YEG - Edmonton | 468 km | $6,827 | $14/passenger |
| YVC - La Ronge | 468 km | $6,827 | $14/passenger |
| YOP - Rainbow Lake | 471 km | $6,871 | $14/passenger |
| YQU - Grande Prairie | 506 km | $7,382 | $15/passenger |
| ZWL - Wollaston Lake | 512 km | $7,469 | $15/passenger |
| YET - Edson | 518 km | $7,557 | $15/passenger |
| YDQ - Dawson Creek | 550 km | $8,023 | $16/passenger |
| YQW - North Battleford | 558 km | $8,140 | $16/passenger |
| YSG - Lutselk'''e | 563 km | $8,213 | $16/passenger |
| YXJ - Fort Saint John | 564 km | $8,228 | $16/passenger |
| YZF - Yellowknife | 585 km | $8,534 | $17/passenger |
| YRM - Rocky Mountain House | 587 km | $8,563 | $17/passenger |
| YCT - Coronation | 590 km | $8,607 | $17/passenger |
| YJP - Hinton | 592 km | $8,636 | $17/passenger |
| YQF - Red Deer Industrial | 595 km | $8,680 | $17/passenger |
| YBT - Brochet | 599 km | $8,738 | $17/passenger |
| YPA - Prince Albert | 600 km | $8,753 | $18/passenger |
| XLB - Lac Brochet | 618 km | $9,015 | $18/passenger |
| YCQ - Chetwynd | 636 km | $9,278 | $19/passenger |
| YYL - Lynn Lake | 643 km | $9,380 | $19/passenger |
| YYE - Fort Nelson | 659 km | $9,613 | $19/passenger |
| YXE - Saskatoon | 662 km | $9,657 | $19/passenger |
| XPK - Pukatawagan | 664 km | $9,686 | $19/passenger |
| YKY - Kindersley | 672 km | $9,803 | $20/passenger |
| YFO - Flin Flon | 690 km | $10,066 | $20/passenger |
| YLE - Whatì | 708 km | $10,328 | $21/passenger |
| YYC - Calgary | 713 km | $10,401 | $21/passenger |
| YLR - Leaf Rapids | 716 km | $10,445 | $21/passenger |
| YFS - Fort Simpson | 724 km | $10,562 | $21/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your HZP Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the North America region has jet fuel priced at $5.21/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from HZP
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Wood Buffalo
Wood Buffalo has a subarctic or polar climate with long, cold winters and brief, cool summers. Winter temperatures can drop well below -20°C (-4°F), and severe weather can impact flight operations. During winter months, it's advisable to monitor weather forecasts closely and allow extra time for potential delays or diversions.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through HZP
HZP provides air connectivity for Wood Buffalo, Canada. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
🇺🇳 Canada Travel Tips
Canadian airports serve both domestic and transborder (US) traffic. NEXUS cards can expedite US-Canada border crossings. Winter weather in northern airports can cause seasonal schedule disruptions.
Planning Your Trip via HZP
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Fort Mackay / Horizon Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from HZP
- Fuel impact awareness: The North America region currently prices jet fuel at $5.21/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to HZP are YMM, YPY, YVT — consider these for potentially lower fares