YBB - Kugaaruk Airport
Pelly Bay, Canada
IATA Code: YBB · Pelly Bay, Canada
The airport code YBB is the IATA identifier for Kugaaruk Airport. You may also find it referred to as Pelly Bay Airport (YBB).
Kugaaruk Airport (YBB) serves Pelly Bay, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YBB is the IATA airport code for Kugaaruk Airport, located in Pelly Bay, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 68.5344°N, 89.8081°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
- YBB
- City
- Pelly Bay
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Edmonton
- Latitude
- 68.5344°
- Longitude
- -89.8081°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YBB
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YYH - Spence Bay | 187 km | $2,728 | $5/passenger |
| YHK - Gjoa Haven | 245 km | $3,574 | $7/passenger |
| YUT - Repulse Bay | 271 km | $3,953 | $8/passenger |
| YGT - Igloolik | 332 km | $4,843 | $10/passenger |
| YUX - Hall Beach | 347 km | $5,062 | $10/passenger |
| YAB - Arctic Bay | 527 km | $7,688 | $15/passenger |
| YSR - Nanisivik | 529 km | $7,717 | $15/passenger |
| YBK - Baker Lake | 547 km | $7,980 | $16/passenger |
| YZS - Coral Harbour | 561 km | $8,184 | $16/passenger |
| YCS - Chesterfield Inlet | 578 km | $8,432 | $17/passenger |
| YCB - Cambridge Bay | 617 km | $9,001 | $18/passenger |
| YIO - Pond Inlet | 633 km | $9,234 | $18/passenger |
| YRT - Rankin Inlet | 645 km | $9,409 | $19/passenger |
| JOJ - Doris Lake | 688 km | $10,037 | $20/passenger |
| YRB - Resolute | 710 km | $10,357 | $21/passenger |
| YXN - Whale Cove | 712 km | $10,387 | $21/passenger |
| YTE - Cape Dorset | 758 km | $11,058 | $22/passenger |
| YEK - Eskimo Point | 851 km | $12,414 | $25/passenger |
| YCY - Clyde River | 852 km | $12,429 | $25/passenger |
| YIK - Ivujivik | 871 km | $12,706 | $25/passenger |
| YGZ - Grise Fiord | 906 km | $13,217 | $26/passenger |
| YZG - Salluit | 960 km | $14,004 | $28/passenger |
| YOA - Ekati | 1,006 km | $14,676 | $29/passenger |
| AKV - Akulivik | 1,018 km | $14,851 | $30/passenger |
| YCO - Coppermine | 1,043 km | $15,215 | $30/passenger |
| YXP - Pangnirtung | 1,058 km | $15,434 | $31/passenger |
| YVM - Broughton Island | 1,069 km | $15,595 | $31/passenger |
| YFB - Iqaluit | 1,085 km | $15,828 | $32/passenger |
| YHI - Holman Island | 1,100 km | $16,047 | $32/passenger |
| YLC - Kimmirut | 1,102 km | $16,076 | $32/passenger |
| YYQ - Churchill | 1,109 km | $16,178 | $32/passenger |
| YPX - Puvirnituq | 1,115 km | $16,266 | $33/passenger |
| THU - Thule | 1,121 km | $16,353 | $33/passenger |
| YWB - Kangiqsujuaq | 1,132 km | $16,514 | $33/passenger |
| YSG - Lutselk'''e | 1,170 km | $17,068 | $34/passenger |
| XTL - Tadoule Lake | 1,172 km | $17,097 | $34/passenger |
| YFJ - Wekweeti | 1,175 km | $17,141 | $34/passenger |
| NAQ - Qaanaaq | 1,182 km | $17,243 | $34/passenger |
| XLB - Lac Brochet | 1,240 km | $18,089 | $36/passenger |
| YPH - Inukjuak | 1,256 km | $18,323 | $37/passenger |
| YQC - Quaqtaq | 1,257 km | $18,337 | $37/passenger |
| YEU - Eureka | 1,279 km | $18,658 | $37/passenger |
| YSF - Stony Rapids | 1,288 km | $18,789 | $38/passenger |
| JUV - Upernavik | 1,306 km | $19,052 | $38/passenger |
| YZF - Yellowknife | 1,308 km | $19,081 | $38/passenger |
| YRA - Gamètì | 1,309 km | $19,096 | $38/passenger |
| YBT - Brochet | 1,319 km | $19,242 | $38/passenger |
| ZFD - Fond-Du-Lac | 1,320 km | $19,256 | $39/passenger |
| ZWL - Wollaston Lake | 1,331 km | $19,417 | $39/passenger |
| YKG - Kangirsuk | 1,333 km | $19,446 | $39/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YBB 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 YBB
- 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 Pelly Bay
Pelly Bay 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 YBB
Traveling through Pelly Bay 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 YBB
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Kugaaruk Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YBB
- 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 YBB are YYH, YHK, YUT — consider these for potentially lower fares