YBR - Brandon Municipal Airport
Brandon, Canada
IATA Code: YBR · Brandon, Canada
The airport code YBR is the IATA identifier for Brandon Municipal Airport. You may also find it referred to as Brandon Airport (YBR).
Brandon Municipal Airport (YBR) serves Brandon, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YBR is the IATA airport code for Brandon Municipal Airport, located in Brandon, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 49.9100°N, 99.9519°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
- YBR
- City
- Brandon
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Winnipeg
- Latitude
- 49.9100°
- Longitude
- -99.9519°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YBR
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YPG - Portage-la-prairie | 120 km | $1,751 | $4/passenger |
| YDN - Dauphin | 133 km | $1,940 | $4/passenger |
| YWG - Winnipeg | 194 km | $2,830 | $6/passenger |
| MIB - Minot | 195 km | $2,845 | $6/passenger |
| MOT - Minot | 207 km | $3,020 | $6/passenger |
| DVL - Devils Lake | 214 km | $3,122 | $6/passenger |
| YGM - Gimli | 222 km | $3,239 | $6/passenger |
| PMB - Pembina | 224 km | $3,268 | $7/passenger |
| YEN - Estevan | 231 km | $3,370 | $7/passenger |
| YQV - Yorkton | 233 km | $3,399 | $7/passenger |
| ZJN - Swan River | 262 km | $3,822 | $8/passenger |
| RDR - Red River | 286 km | $4,172 | $8/passenger |
| GFK - Grand Forks | 298 km | $4,347 | $9/passenger |
| ISN - Williston | 331 km | $4,829 | $10/passenger |
| YQR - Regina | 341 km | $4,975 | $10/passenger |
| YBV - Berens River | 341 km | $4,975 | $10/passenger |
| TVF - Thief River Falls | 343 km | $5,004 | $10/passenger |
| JMS - Jamestown | 344 km | $5,018 | $10/passenger |
| BIS - Bismarck | 354 km | $5,164 | $10/passenger |
| YHB - Hudson Bay | 362 km | $5,281 | $11/passenger |
| XPP - Poplar River | 390 km | $5,689 | $11/passenger |
| ZGR - Little Grand Rapids | 394 km | $5,748 | $11/passenger |
| SDY - Sidney | 395 km | $5,762 | $12/passenger |
| YQK - Kenora | 401 km | $5,850 | $12/passenger |
| YMJ - Moose Jaw | 402 km | $5,864 | $12/passenger |
| FAR - Fargo | 405 km | $5,908 | $12/passenger |
| DIK - Dickinson | 405 km | $5,908 | $12/passenger |
| BDE - Baudette | 409 km | $5,966 | $12/passenger |
| YRL - Red Lake | 454 km | $6,623 | $13/passenger |
| BJI - Bemidji | 455 km | $6,638 | $13/passenger |
| OLF - Wolf Point | 457 km | $6,667 | $13/passenger |
| YQD - The Pas | 458 km | $6,681 | $13/passenger |
| YHP - Poplar Hill | 468 km | $6,827 | $14/passenger |
| YPM - Pikangikum | 470 km | $6,856 | $14/passenger |
| GDV - Glendive | 472 km | $6,886 | $14/passenger |
| YNE - Norway House | 473 km | $6,900 | $14/passenger |
| MBG - Mobridge | 486 km | $7,090 | $14/passenger |
| YAG - Fort Frances | 492 km | $7,177 | $14/passenger |
| INL - International Falls | 498 km | $7,265 | $15/passenger |
| ABR - Aberdeen | 509 km | $7,425 | $15/passenger |
| YVZ - Deer Lake | 511 km | $7,454 | $15/passenger |
| YHD - Dryden | 516 km | $7,527 | $15/passenger |
| GGW - Glasgow | 521 km | $7,600 | $15/passenger |
| ZJG - Jenpeg | 529 km | $7,717 | $15/passenger |
| YXE - Saskatoon | 534 km | $7,790 | $16/passenger |
| YPA - Prince Albert | 540 km | $7,878 | $16/passenger |
| YFO - Flin Flon | 543 km | $7,921 | $16/passenger |
| YCR - Cross Lake | 543 km | $7,921 | $16/passenger |
| YYN - Swift Current | 553 km | $8,067 | $16/passenger |
| YST - St. Theresa Point | 560 km | $8,169 | $16/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YBR 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 YBR
- 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 Brandon
Brandon 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 YBR
Traveling through Brandon 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 YBR
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Brandon Municipal Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YBR
- 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 YBR are YPG, YDN, YWG — consider these for potentially lower fares