YAM - Sault Ste Marie Airport
Sault Sainte Marie, Canada
IATA Code: YAM · Sault Sainte Marie, Canada
The airport code YAM is the IATA identifier for Sault Ste Marie Airport. You may also find it referred to as Sault Sainte Marie Airport (YAM).
Sault Ste Marie Airport (YAM) serves Sault Sainte Marie, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YAM is the IATA airport code for Sault Ste Marie Airport, located in Sault Sainte Marie, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 46.4850°N, 84.5094°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
- YAM
- City
- Sault Sainte Marie
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Toronto
- Latitude
- 46.4850°
- Longitude
- -84.5094°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YAM
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIU - Sault Ste Marie | 26 km | $379 | $1/passenger |
| DRE - Drummond Island | 79 km | $1,152 | $2/passenger |
| PLN - Pellston | 104 km | $1,517 | $3/passenger |
| YEL - ELLIOT LAKE | 150 km | $2,188 | $4/passenger |
| YZE - Gore Bay | 164 km | $2,392 | $5/passenger |
| GLR - GAYLORD | 164 km | $2,392 | $5/passenger |
| YXZ - Wawa | 166 km | $2,422 | $5/passenger |
| YLD - Chapleau | 173 km | $2,524 | $5/passenger |
| APN - Alpena | 173 km | $2,524 | $5/passenger |
| TVC - Traverse City | 211 km | $3,078 | $6/passenger |
| YEM - Manitowaning | 216 km | $3,151 | $6/passenger |
| ESC - Escanaba | 217 km | $3,166 | $6/passenger |
| MQT - Gwinn | 222 km | $3,239 | $6/passenger |
| HTL - Houghton Lake | 237 km | $3,457 | $7/passenger |
| OSC - Oscoda | 242 km | $3,530 | $7/passenger |
| ECA - East Tawas | 256 km | $3,735 | $7/passenger |
| GDW - Gladwin | 280 km | $4,085 | $8/passenger |
| MBL - Manistee | 281 km | $4,099 | $8/passenger |
| YSB - Sudbury | 284 km | $4,143 | $8/passenger |
| MNM - Macon | 286 km | $4,172 | $8/passenger |
| IMT - Iron Mountain | 287 km | $4,187 | $8/passenger |
| YSP - Marathon | 287 km | $4,187 | $8/passenger |
| YHN - Hornepayne | 302 km | $4,406 | $9/passenger |
| YMG - Manitouwadge | 306 km | $4,464 | $9/passenger |
| CMX - Hancock | 312 km | $4,551 | $9/passenger |
| LDM - Ludington | 317 km | $4,624 | $9/passenger |
| YVV - Wiarton | 328 km | $4,785 | $10/passenger |
| YTS - Timmins | 330 km | $4,814 | $10/passenger |
| MBS - Saginaw | 330 km | $4,814 | $10/passenger |
| AMN - Kamloops | 352 km | $5,135 | $10/passenger |
| YOS - Owen Sound | 355 km | $5,179 | $10/passenger |
| YYU - Kapuskasing | 359 km | $5,237 | $10/passenger |
| GRB - Green Bay | 359 km | $5,237 | $10/passenger |
| YHF - Hearst | 364 km | $5,310 | $11/passenger |
| EGV - Eagle River | 371 km | $5,412 | $11/passenger |
| YXR - Earlton | 378 km | $5,514 | $11/passenger |
| YPD - Parry Sound | 387 km | $5,646 | $11/passenger |
| YYB - North Bay | 390 km | $5,689 | $11/passenger |
| YKX - Kirkland Lake | 391 km | $5,704 | $11/passenger |
| YCN - Cochrane | 391 km | $5,704 | $11/passenger |
| MKG - Muskegon | 393 km | $5,733 | $11/passenger |
| RHI - Rhinelander | 394 km | $5,748 | $11/passenger |
| FNT - Flint | 396 km | $5,777 | $12/passenger |
| ATW - Appleton | 399 km | $5,821 | $12/passenger |
| SBM - Sheboygan | 400 km | $5,835 | $12/passenger |
| ARV - Minocqua - Woodruff | 406 km | $5,923 | $12/passenger |
| YGQ - Geraldton | 408 km | $5,952 | $12/passenger |
| GRR - Grand Rapids | 409 km | $5,966 | $12/passenger |
| LAN - Lansing | 412 km | $6,010 | $12/passenger |
| YQT - Thunder Bay | 418 km | $6,098 | $12/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YAM 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 YAM
- 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 Sault Sainte Marie
Sault Sainte Marie 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 YAM
Traveling through Sault Sainte Marie 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 YAM
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Sault Ste Marie Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YAM
- 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 YAM are CIU, DRE, PLN — consider these for potentially lower fares