YAL - Alert Bay Airport
Alert Bay, Canada
IATA Code: YAL · Alert Bay, Canada
The airport code YAL is the IATA identifier for Alert Bay Airport. You may also find it referred to as Alert Bay Airport (YAL).
Alert Bay Airport (YAL) serves Alert Bay, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YAL is the IATA airport code for Alert Bay Airport, located in Alert Bay, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 50.5822°N, 126.9160°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
- YAL
- City
- Alert Bay
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- N
- Latitude
- 50.5822°
- Longitude
- -126.9160°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YAL
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YZT - Port Hardy | 34 km | $496 | $1/passenger |
| YBL - Campbell River | 136 km | $1,984 | $4/passenger |
| YQQ - Comox | 174 km | $2,538 | $5/passenger |
| YAZ - Tofino | 186 km | $2,713 | $5/passenger |
| YPW - Powell River | 191 km | $2,786 | $6/passenger |
| YGB - Texada | 197 km | $2,874 | $6/passenger |
| QBC - Bella Coola | 202 km | $2,947 | $6/passenger |
| YAA - Anahim Lake | 236 km | $3,443 | $7/passenger |
| ZNA - Nanaimo | 263 km | $3,837 | $8/passenger |
| YCD - Nanaimo | 277 km | $4,041 | $8/passenger |
| YSE - Squamish | 282 km | $4,114 | $8/passenger |
| YWS - Whistler | 286 km | $4,172 | $8/passenger |
| CXH - Vancouver | 308 km | $4,493 | $9/passenger |
| YVR - Vancouver | 309 km | $4,508 | $9/passenger |
| YGG - Ganges | 312 km | $4,551 | $9/passenger |
| YDT - Boundary Bay | 326 km | $4,756 | $10/passenger |
| YYJ - Victoria | 331 km | $4,829 | $10/passenger |
| YBW - Bedwell Harbour | 334 km | $4,872 | $10/passenger |
| YLY - Langley Township | 349 km | $5,091 | $10/passenger |
| YWH - Victoria | 350 km | $5,106 | $10/passenger |
| ESD - Eastsound | 356 km | $5,193 | $10/passenger |
| FRD - Friday Harbor | 362 km | $5,281 | $11/passenger |
| CLM - Port Angeles | 369 km | $5,383 | $11/passenger |
| YXX - Abbotsford | 370 km | $5,398 | $11/passenger |
| LPS - Lopez | 370 km | $5,398 | $11/passenger |
| BLI - Bellingham | 372 km | $5,427 | $11/passenger |
| YWL - Williams Lake | 381 km | $5,558 | $11/passenger |
| YCW - Chilliwack | 390 km | $5,689 | $11/passenger |
| NUW - Whidbey Island | 395 km | $5,762 | $12/passenger |
| MVW - Skagit | 400 km | $5,835 | $12/passenger |
| YQZ - Quesnel | 407 km | $5,937 | $12/passenger |
| ZMH - 108 Mile Ranch | 410 km | $5,981 | $12/passenger |
| YHE - Hope | 410 km | $5,981 | $12/passenger |
| YXT - Terrace | 446 km | $6,506 | $13/passenger |
| YZP - Sandspit | 448 km | $6,535 | $13/passenger |
| PAE - Everett | 449 km | $6,550 | $13/passenger |
| YKA - Kamloops | 456 km | $6,652 | $13/passenger |
| HQM - Hoquiam | 457 km | $6,667 | $13/passenger |
| PWT - Bremerton | 458 km | $6,681 | $13/passenger |
| SHN - Shelton | 463 km | $6,754 | $14/passenger |
| YXS - Prince George | 467 km | $6,813 | $14/passenger |
| YYD - Smithers | 472 km | $6,886 | $14/passenger |
| ZSW - Prince Rupert | 475 km | $6,929 | $14/passenger |
| YPR - Prince Pupert | 476 km | $6,944 | $14/passenger |
| BFI - Seattle | 478 km | $6,973 | $14/passenger |
| SEA - Seattle | 484 km | $7,061 | $14/passenger |
| RNT - Renton | 485 km | $7,075 | $14/passenger |
| TIW - Tacoma | 486 km | $7,090 | $14/passenger |
| OLM - Olympia | 498 km | $7,265 | $15/passenger |
| GRF - Fort Lewis | 502 km | $7,323 | $15/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YAL 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 YAL
- 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 Alert Bay
Alert Bay experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through YAL
YAL provides air connectivity for Alert Bay, 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 YAL
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Alert Bay Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YAL
- 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 YAL are YZT, YBL, YQQ — consider these for potentially lower fares