YAZ - Tofino / Long Beach Airport
Tofino, Canada
IATA Code: YAZ · Tofino, Canada
The airport code YAZ is the IATA identifier for Tofino / Long Beach Airport. You may also find it referred to as Tofino Airport (YAZ).
Tofino / Long Beach Airport (YAZ) serves Tofino, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YAZ is the IATA airport code for Tofino / Long Beach Airport, located in Tofino, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 49.0798°N, 125.7756°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
- YAZ
- City
- Tofino
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Vancouver
- Latitude
- 49.0798°
- Longitude
- -125.7756°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YAZ
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YQQ - Comox | 95 km | $1,386 | $3/passenger |
| YBL - Campbell River | 103 km | $1,503 | $3/passenger |
| YGB - Texada | 114 km | $1,663 | $3/passenger |
| YPW - Powell River | 125 km | $1,824 | $4/passenger |
| ZNA - Nanaimo | 133 km | $1,940 | $4/passenger |
| YCD - Nanaimo | 139 km | $2,028 | $4/passenger |
| YGG - Ganges | 168 km | $2,451 | $5/passenger |
| YYJ - Victoria | 178 km | $2,597 | $5/passenger |
| YAL - Alert Bay | 186 km | $2,713 | $5/passenger |
| YVR - Vancouver | 189 km | $2,757 | $6/passenger |
| YBW - Bedwell Harbour | 189 km | $2,757 | $6/passenger |
| YWH - Victoria | 190 km | $2,772 | $6/passenger |
| CXH - Vancouver | 195 km | $2,845 | $6/passenger |
| CLM - Port Angeles | 198 km | $2,888 | $6/passenger |
| YDT - Boundary Bay | 201 km | $2,932 | $6/passenger |
| YSE - Squamish | 204 km | $2,976 | $6/passenger |
| YZT - Port Hardy | 211 km | $3,078 | $6/passenger |
| FRD - Friday Harbor | 211 km | $3,078 | $6/passenger |
| ESD - Eastsound | 214 km | $3,122 | $6/passenger |
| LPS - Lopez | 218 km | $3,180 | $6/passenger |
| YLY - Langley Township | 229 km | $3,341 | $7/passenger |
| YWS - Whistler | 235 km | $3,428 | $7/passenger |
| BLI - Bellingham | 239 km | $3,487 | $7/passenger |
| NUW - Whidbey Island | 243 km | $3,545 | $7/passenger |
| YXX - Abbotsford | 249 km | $3,632 | $7/passenger |
| MVW - Skagit | 255 km | $3,720 | $7/passenger |
| HQM - Hoquiam | 271 km | $3,953 | $8/passenger |
| YCW - Chilliwack | 279 km | $4,070 | $8/passenger |
| SHN - Shelton | 283 km | $4,128 | $8/passenger |
| PWT - Bremerton | 284 km | $4,143 | $8/passenger |
| PAE - Everett | 289 km | $4,216 | $8/passenger |
| BFI - Seattle | 309 km | $4,508 | $9/passenger |
| TIW - Tacoma | 311 km | $4,537 | $9/passenger |
| YHE - Hope | 312 km | $4,551 | $9/passenger |
| SEA - Seattle | 314 km | $4,581 | $9/passenger |
| OLM - Olympia | 317 km | $4,624 | $9/passenger |
| RNT - Renton | 317 km | $4,624 | $9/passenger |
| GRF - Fort Lewis | 325 km | $4,741 | $9/passenger |
| TCM - Tacoma | 327 km | $4,770 | $10/passenger |
| CLS - Chehalis | 339 km | $4,945 | $10/passenger |
| AST - Astoria | 355 km | $5,179 | $10/passenger |
| QBC - Bella Coola | 372 km | $5,427 | $11/passenger |
| YAA - Anahim Lake | 376 km | $5,485 | $11/passenger |
| KLS - Kelso | 394 km | $5,748 | $11/passenger |
| YKA - Kamloops | 422 km | $6,156 | $12/passenger |
| ZMH - 108 Mile Ranch | 432 km | $6,302 | $13/passenger |
| YWL - Williams Lake | 433 km | $6,317 | $13/passenger |
| OTK - Tillamook | 433 km | $6,317 | $13/passenger |
| HIO - Hillsboro | 447 km | $6,521 | $13/passenger |
| YYF - Penticton | 450 km | $6,565 | $13/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YAZ 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 YAZ
- 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 Tofino
Tofino 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 YAZ
Traveling through Tofino 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 YAZ
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Tofino / Long Beach Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YAZ
- 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 YAZ are YQQ, YBL, YGB — consider these for potentially lower fares