YBC - Baie Comeau Airport
Baie Comeau, Canada
IATA Code: YBC · Baie Comeau, Canada
The airport code YBC is the IATA identifier for Baie Comeau Airport. You may also find it referred to as Baie Comeau Airport (YBC).
Baie Comeau Airport (YBC) serves Baie Comeau, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YBC is the IATA airport code for Baie Comeau Airport, located in Baie Comeau, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 49.1325°N, 68.2044°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
- YBC
- City
- Baie Comeau
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Toronto
- Latitude
- 49.1325°
- Longitude
- -68.2044°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YBC
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YYY - Mont Joli | 58 km | $846 | $2/passenger |
| YME - Matane | 63 km | $919 | $2/passenger |
| YXK - Rimouski | 76 km | $1,109 | $2/passenger |
| YFE - Forestville | 78 km | $1,138 | $2/passenger |
| YRI - Riviere Du Loup | 183 km | $2,670 | $5/passenger |
| YZV - Sept-iles | 185 km | $2,699 | $5/passenger |
| YCL - Charlo | 187 km | $2,728 | $5/passenger |
| WFK - Frenchville | 206 km | $3,005 | $6/passenger |
| YSL - St Leonard | 221 km | $3,224 | $6/passenger |
| YBG - Bagotville | 223 km | $3,253 | $7/passenger |
| YML - Charlevoix | 227 km | $3,311 | $7/passenger |
| YVB - Bonaventure | 234 km | $3,414 | $7/passenger |
| ZBF - Bathurst | 247 km | $3,603 | $7/passenger |
| CAR - Caribou | 252 km | $3,676 | $7/passenger |
| YTF - Alma | 261 km | $3,807 | $8/passenger |
| PQI - Presque Isle | 272 km | $3,968 | $8/passenger |
| YGP - Gaspe | 275 km | $4,012 | $8/passenger |
| YPN - Port Menier | 293 km | $4,274 | $9/passenger |
| YRJ - Roberval | 305 km | $4,449 | $9/passenger |
| YDO - Dolbeau-St-Félicien | 307 km | $4,479 | $9/passenger |
| YCH - Chatham | 313 km | $4,566 | $9/passenger |
| HUL - Houlton | 336 km | $4,902 | $10/passenger |
| YQB - Quebec | 352 km | $5,135 | $10/passenger |
| YGV - Havre-Saint-Pierre | 354 km | $5,164 | $10/passenger |
| YFC - Fredericton | 384 km | $5,602 | $11/passenger |
| YQM - Moncton | 427 km | $6,229 | $12/passenger |
| YWK - Wabush | 432 km | $6,302 | $13/passenger |
| YSU - Summerside | 443 km | $6,462 | $13/passenger |
| YRQ - Trois Rivieres | 455 km | $6,638 | $13/passenger |
| YSJ - St. John | 459 km | $6,696 | $13/passenger |
| YMT - Chibougamau | 462 km | $6,740 | $13/passenger |
| YNA - Natashquan | 476 km | $6,944 | $14/passenger |
| BGR - Bangor | 483 km | $7,046 | $14/passenger |
| YSC - Sherbrooke | 488 km | $7,119 | $14/passenger |
| YYG - Charlottetown | 494 km | $7,206 | $14/passenger |
| YGR - Iles De La Madeleine | 512 km | $7,469 | $15/passenger |
| ZKG - Kegaska | 513 km | $7,484 | $15/passenger |
| BHB - Bar Harbor | 521 km | $7,600 | $15/passenger |
| YZX - Greenwood | 524 km | $7,644 | $15/passenger |
| YDG - Digby | 542 km | $7,907 | $16/passenger |
| ZBM - Bromont | 547 km | $7,980 | $16/passenger |
| AUG - Augusta | 549 km | $8,009 | $16/passenger |
| ZGS - La Romaine | 555 km | $8,096 | $16/passenger |
| YHU - Montreal | 562 km | $8,198 | $16/passenger |
| RKD - Rockland | 568 km | $8,286 | $17/passenger |
| ZUM - Churchill Falls | 569 km | $8,301 | $17/passenger |
| YJN - St. Jean | 573 km | $8,359 | $17/passenger |
| YTM - Mont-Tremblant | 577 km | $8,417 | $17/passenger |
| YMX - Montreal | 583 km | $8,505 | $17/passenger |
| YUL - Montreal | 583 km | $8,505 | $17/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YBC 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 YBC
- 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 Baie Comeau
Baie Comeau 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 YBC
Traveling through Baie Comeau 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 YBC
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Baie Comeau Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YBC
- 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 YBC are YYY, YME, YXK — consider these for potentially lower fares