YAX - Wapekeka Airport
Angling Lake, Canada
IATA Code: YAX · Angling Lake, Canada
The airport code YAX is the IATA identifier for Wapekeka Airport. You may also find it referred to as Angling Lake Airport (YAX).
Wapekeka Airport (YAX) serves Angling Lake, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YAX is the IATA airport code for Wapekeka Airport, located in Angling Lake, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 53.8492°N, 89.5794°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
- YAX
- City
- Angling Lake
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Winnipeg
- Latitude
- 53.8492°
- Longitude
- -89.5794°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YAX
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YTL - Big Trout Lake | 21 km | $306 | $1/passenger |
| XKS - Kasabonika | 71 km | $1,036 | $2/passenger |
| KIF - Kingfisher Lake | 95 km | $1,386 | $3/passenger |
| XBE - Bearskin Lake | 96 km | $1,400 | $3/passenger |
| WNN - Wunnumin Lake | 108 km | $1,576 | $3/passenger |
| SUR - Summer Beaver | 144 km | $2,101 | $4/passenger |
| YBS - Musselwhite Mine | 148 km | $2,159 | $4/passenger |
| MSA - Muskrat Dam | 151 km | $2,203 | $4/passenger |
| ZRJ - Round Lake | 153 km | $2,232 | $4/passenger |
| ZPB - Sachigo Lake | 172 km | $2,509 | $5/passenger |
| YWP - Webequie | 176 km | $2,567 | $5/passenger |
| YLH - Lansdowne House | 214 km | $3,122 | $6/passenger |
| KEW - Keewaywin | 236 km | $3,443 | $7/passenger |
| YRS - Red Sucker Lake | 262 km | $3,822 | $8/passenger |
| ZSJ - Sandy Lake | 264 km | $3,851 | $8/passenger |
| YER - Fort Severn | 270 km | $3,939 | $8/passenger |
| YPL - Pickle Lake | 271 km | $3,953 | $8/passenger |
| YNO - North Spirit Lake | 272 km | $3,968 | $8/passenger |
| ZTM - Shamattawa | 275 km | $4,012 | $8/passenger |
| YFH - Fort Hope | 278 km | $4,055 | $8/passenger |
| YAC - Cat Lake | 280 km | $4,085 | $8/passenger |
| YPO - Peawanuck | 296 km | $4,318 | $9/passenger |
| ZGI - Gods River | 312 km | $4,551 | $9/passenger |
| YVZ - Deer Lake | 326 km | $4,756 | $10/passenger |
| YGO - Gods Lake Narrows | 329 km | $4,799 | $10/passenger |
| YIV - Island Lake | 333 km | $4,858 | $10/passenger |
| YST - St. Theresa Point | 346 km | $5,047 | $10/passenger |
| YOG - Ogoki Post | 347 km | $5,062 | $10/passenger |
| YHP - Poplar Hill | 368 km | $5,368 | $11/passenger |
| YPM - Pikangikum | 371 km | $5,412 | $11/passenger |
| YOH - Oxford House | 388 km | $5,660 | $11/passenger |
| YYW - Armstrong | 398 km | $5,806 | $12/passenger |
| YRL - Red Lake | 421 km | $6,142 | $12/passenger |
| YGX - Gillam | 429 km | $6,258 | $13/passenger |
| ZGR - Little Grand Rapids | 442 km | $6,448 | $13/passenger |
| YXL - Sioux Lookout | 445 km | $6,492 | $13/passenger |
| YQN - Nakina | 453 km | $6,608 | $13/passenger |
| ILF - Ilford | 457 km | $6,667 | $13/passenger |
| ZAC - York Landing | 484 km | $7,061 | $14/passenger |
| YAT - Attawapiskat | 485 km | $7,075 | $14/passenger |
| YGQ - Geraldton | 488 km | $7,119 | $14/passenger |
| YHD - Dryden | 497 km | $7,250 | $15/passenger |
| KES - Kelsey | 505 km | $7,367 | $15/passenger |
| ZUC - Ignace | 513 km | $7,484 | $15/passenger |
| XPP - Poplar River | 518 km | $7,557 | $15/passenger |
| YBV - Berens River | 523 km | $7,630 | $15/passenger |
| PIW - Pikwitonei | 524 km | $7,644 | $15/passenger |
| YCR - Cross Lake | 538 km | $7,848 | $16/passenger |
| YNE - Norway House | 541 km | $7,892 | $16/passenger |
| YTD - Thicket Portage | 548 km | $7,994 | $16/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YAX 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 YAX
- 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 Angling Lake
Angling Lake 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 YAX
Traveling through Angling Lake 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 YAX
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Wapekeka Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YAX
- 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 YAX are YTL, XKS, KIF — consider these for potentially lower fares