YCG - Castlegar/West Kootenay Regional Airport
Castlegar, Canada
IATA Code: YCG · Castlegar, Canada
The airport code YCG is the IATA identifier for Castlegar/West Kootenay Regional Airport. You may also find it referred to as Castlegar Airport (YCG).
Castlegar/West Kootenay Regional Airport (YCG) serves Castlegar, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YCG is the IATA airport code for Castlegar/West Kootenay Regional Airport, located in Castlegar, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 49.2964°N, 117.6320°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
- YCG
- City
- Castlegar
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Vancouver
- Latitude
- 49.2964°
- Longitude
- -117.6320°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YCG
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YZZ - Trail | 27 km | $394 | $1/passenger |
| ZGF - Grand Forks | 66 km | $963 | $2/passenger |
| YXC - Cranbrook | 138 km | $2,013 | $4/passenger |
| YYF - Penticton | 144 km | $2,101 | $4/passenger |
| YLW - Kelowna | 146 km | $2,130 | $4/passenger |
| YVE - Vernon | 162 km | $2,363 | $5/passenger |
| COE - Coeur d'''Alene | 179 km | $2,611 | $5/passenger |
| SFF - Spokane | 181 km | $2,640 | $5/passenger |
| GEG - Spokane | 187 km | $2,728 | $5/passenger |
| SKA - Spokane | 187 km | $2,728 | $5/passenger |
| YRV - Revelstoke | 190 km | $2,772 | $6/passenger |
| YSN - Salmon Arm | 192 km | $2,801 | $6/passenger |
| YKA - Kamloops | 255 km | $3,720 | $7/passenger |
| YBA - Banff | 259 km | $3,778 | $8/passenger |
| MWH - Grant County Airport | 264 km | $3,851 | $8/passenger |
| WPC - Pincher Creek | 264 km | $3,851 | $8/passenger |
| FCA - Kalispell | 270 km | $3,939 | $8/passenger |
| YHE - Hope | 280 km | $4,085 | $8/passenger |
| EAT - Wenatchee | 284 km | $4,143 | $8/passenger |
| PUW - Pullman | 286 km | $4,172 | $8/passenger |
| YCW - Chilliwack | 313 km | $4,566 | $9/passenger |
| YYC - Calgary | 327 km | $4,770 | $10/passenger |
| LWS - Lewiston | 328 km | $4,785 | $10/passenger |
| YXX - Abbotsford | 345 km | $5,033 | $10/passenger |
| YQL - Lethbridge | 351 km | $5,120 | $10/passenger |
| PSC - Pasco | 355 km | $5,179 | $10/passenger |
| ALW - Walla Walla | 359 km | $5,237 | $10/passenger |
| BLI - Bellingham | 362 km | $5,281 | $11/passenger |
| MVW - Skagit | 362 km | $5,281 | $11/passenger |
| YLY - Langley Township | 364 km | $5,310 | $11/passenger |
| MSO - Missoula | 373 km | $5,441 | $11/passenger |
| YKM - Yakima | 373 km | $5,441 | $11/passenger |
| PAE - Everett | 375 km | $5,471 | $11/passenger |
| ZMH - 108 Mile Ranch | 377 km | $5,500 | $11/passenger |
| NUW - Whidbey Island | 382 km | $5,573 | $11/passenger |
| ESD - Eastsound | 390 km | $5,689 | $11/passenger |
| CTB - Cutbank | 391 km | $5,704 | $11/passenger |
| YDT - Boundary Bay | 392 km | $5,718 | $11/passenger |
| RNT - Renton | 393 km | $5,733 | $11/passenger |
| YWS - Whistler | 394 km | $5,748 | $11/passenger |
| YRM - Rocky Mountain House | 397 km | $5,791 | $12/passenger |
| BFI - Seattle | 397 km | $5,791 | $12/passenger |
| CXH - Vancouver | 397 km | $5,791 | $12/passenger |
| LPS - Lopez | 398 km | $5,806 | $12/passenger |
| SEA - Seattle | 402 km | $5,864 | $12/passenger |
| YVR - Vancouver | 403 km | $5,879 | $12/passenger |
| FRD - Friday Harbor | 403 km | $5,879 | $12/passenger |
| YSE - Squamish | 403 km | $5,879 | $12/passenger |
| PDT - Pendleton | 411 km | $5,996 | $12/passenger |
| YBW - Bedwell Harbour | 413 km | $6,025 | $12/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YCG 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 YCG
- 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 Castlegar
Castlegar 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 YCG
Traveling through Castlegar 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 YCG
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Castlegar/West Kootenay Regional Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YCG
- 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 YCG are YZZ, ZGF, YXC — consider these for potentially lower fares