XLB - Lac Brochet Airport
Lac Brochet, Canada
IATA Code: XLB · Lac Brochet, Canada
The airport code XLB is the IATA identifier for Lac Brochet Airport. You may also find it referred to as Lac Brochet Airport (XLB).
Lac Brochet Airport (XLB) serves Lac Brochet, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
XLB is the IATA airport code for Lac Brochet Airport, located in Lac Brochet, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 58.6175°N, 101.4690°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
- XLB
- City
- Lac Brochet
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Winnipeg
- Latitude
- 58.6175°
- Longitude
- -101.4690°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from XLB
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YBT - Brochet | 82 km | $1,196 | $2/passenger |
| ZWL - Wollaston Lake | 114 km | $1,663 | $3/passenger |
| YNL - Points North Landing | 157 km | $2,290 | $5/passenger |
| XTL - Tadoule Lake | 171 km | $2,495 | $5/passenger |
| YYL - Lynn Lake | 196 km | $2,859 | $6/passenger |
| YLR - Leaf Rapids | 250 km | $3,647 | $7/passenger |
| XSI - South Indian Lake | 254 km | $3,705 | $7/passenger |
| YSF - Stony Rapids | 260 km | $3,793 | $8/passenger |
| YKJ - Key Lake | 288 km | $4,201 | $8/passenger |
| XPK - Pukatawagan | 319 km | $4,654 | $9/passenger |
| ZFD - Fond-Du-Lac | 337 km | $4,916 | $10/passenger |
| YTH - Thompson | 381 km | $5,558 | $11/passenger |
| KES - Kelsey | 413 km | $6,025 | $12/passenger |
| YBE - Uranium City | 414 km | $6,039 | $12/passenger |
| PIW - Pikwitonei | 425 km | $6,200 | $12/passenger |
| YYQ - Churchill | 428 km | $6,244 | $12/passenger |
| ZAC - York Landing | 428 km | $6,244 | $12/passenger |
| YTD - Thicket Portage | 432 km | $6,302 | $13/passenger |
| YFO - Flin Flon | 438 km | $6,390 | $13/passenger |
| YVC - La Ronge | 449 km | $6,550 | $13/passenger |
| ILF - Ilford | 452 km | $6,594 | $13/passenger |
| YGX - Gillam | 475 km | $6,929 | $14/passenger |
| YEK - Eskimo Point | 496 km | $7,236 | $14/passenger |
| YCR - Cross Lake | 500 km | $7,294 | $15/passenger |
| ZJG - Jenpeg | 502 km | $7,323 | $15/passenger |
| YQD - The Pas | 517 km | $7,542 | $15/passenger |
| YVT - Buffalo Narrows | 519 km | $7,571 | $15/passenger |
| YOH - Oxford House | 556 km | $8,111 | $16/passenger |
| YPY - Fort Chipewyan | 557 km | $8,126 | $16/passenger |
| YNE - Norway House | 564 km | $8,228 | $16/passenger |
| YSM - Fort Smith | 615 km | $8,972 | $18/passenger |
| ZGI - Gods River | 616 km | $8,986 | $18/passenger |
| HZP - Wood Buffalo | 618 km | $9,015 | $18/passenger |
| YMM - Fort Mcmurray | 620 km | $9,045 | $18/passenger |
| YGO - Gods Lake Narrows | 621 km | $9,059 | $18/passenger |
| YXN - Whale Cove | 631 km | $9,205 | $18/passenger |
| ZTM - Shamattawa | 642 km | $9,365 | $19/passenger |
| YHB - Hudson Bay | 647 km | $9,438 | $19/passenger |
| YPA - Prince Albert | 655 km | $9,555 | $19/passenger |
| YSG - Lutselk'''e | 657 km | $9,584 | $19/passenger |
| YLJ - Meadow Lake | 661 km | $9,643 | $19/passenger |
| YST - St. Theresa Point | 669 km | $9,759 | $20/passenger |
| YIV - Island Lake | 676 km | $9,861 | $20/passenger |
| XPP - Poplar River | 677 km | $9,876 | $20/passenger |
| YRT - Rankin Inlet | 689 km | $10,051 | $20/passenger |
| YBK - Baker Lake | 693 km | $10,109 | $20/passenger |
| YRS - Red Sucker Lake | 693 km | $10,109 | $20/passenger |
| YOD - Cold Lake | 714 km | $10,416 | $21/passenger |
| ZJN - Swan River | 723 km | $10,547 | $21/passenger |
| YFR - Fort Resolution | 737 km | $10,751 | $22/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your XLB 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 XLB
- 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 Lac Brochet
Lac Brochet 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 XLB
Traveling through Lac Brochet in the Americas, passengers should be aware that fuel prices in the North America region directly influence ticket pricing. North and South American airports generally have well-established ground transportation networks, including ride-sharing services, shuttles, and rental car agencies. For international arrivals, customs and immigration processing times vary significantly by country.
🇺🇳 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 XLB
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Lac Brochet Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from XLB
- 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 XLB are YBT, ZWL, YNL — consider these for potentially lower fares