YCH - Miramichi Airport
Chatham, Canada
IATA Code: YCH · Chatham, Canada
The airport code YCH is the IATA identifier for Miramichi Airport. You may also find it referred to as Chatham Airport (YCH).
Miramichi Airport (YCH) serves Chatham, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YCH is the IATA airport code for Miramichi Airport, located in Chatham, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 47.0078°N, 65.4492°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
- YCH
- City
- Chatham
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Halifax
- Latitude
- 47.0078°
- Longitude
- -65.4492°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YCH
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZBF - Bathurst | 73 km | $1,065 | $2/passenger |
| YQM - Moncton | 116 km | $1,692 | $3/passenger |
| YVB - Bonaventure | 118 km | $1,721 | $3/passenger |
| YCL - Charlo | 128 km | $1,867 | $4/passenger |
| YSU - Summerside | 138 km | $2,013 | $4/passenger |
| YFC - Fredericton | 152 km | $2,217 | $4/passenger |
| YSL - St Leonard | 181 km | $2,640 | $5/passenger |
| YSJ - St. John | 191 km | $2,786 | $6/passenger |
| YYG - Charlottetown | 195 km | $2,845 | $6/passenger |
| CAR - Caribou | 196 km | $2,859 | $6/passenger |
| PQI - Presque Isle | 201 km | $2,932 | $6/passenger |
| HUL - Houlton | 204 km | $2,976 | $6/passenger |
| YGP - Gaspe | 209 km | $3,049 | $6/passenger |
| WFK - Frenchville | 219 km | $3,195 | $6/passenger |
| YZX - Greenwood | 229 km | $3,341 | $7/passenger |
| YME - Matane | 254 km | $3,705 | $7/passenger |
| YYY - Mont Joli | 272 km | $3,968 | $8/passenger |
| YDG - Digby | 275 km | $4,012 | $8/passenger |
| YHZ - Halifax | 280 km | $4,085 | $8/passenger |
| YXK - Rimouski | 280 km | $4,085 | $8/passenger |
| YGR - Iles De La Madeleine | 281 km | $4,099 | $8/passenger |
| YBC - Baie Comeau | 313 km | $4,566 | $9/passenger |
| YRI - Riviere Du Loup | 322 km | $4,697 | $9/passenger |
| YPN - Port Menier | 326 km | $4,756 | $10/passenger |
| YFE - Forestville | 334 km | $4,872 | $10/passenger |
| YPS - Port Hawkesbury | 347 km | $5,062 | $10/passenger |
| YQI - Yarmouth | 357 km | $5,208 | $10/passenger |
| BGR - Bangor | 358 km | $5,223 | $10/passenger |
| YZV - Sept-iles | 363 km | $5,295 | $11/passenger |
| BHB - Bar Harbor | 363 km | $5,295 | $11/passenger |
| YML - Charlevoix | 366 km | $5,339 | $11/passenger |
| YGV - Havre-Saint-Pierre | 388 km | $5,660 | $11/passenger |
| YQY - Sydney | 423 km | $6,171 | $12/passenger |
| RKD - Rockland | 434 km | $6,331 | $13/passenger |
| YBG - Bagotville | 441 km | $6,433 | $13/passenger |
| YNA - Natashquan | 444 km | $6,477 | $13/passenger |
| AUG - Augusta | 451 km | $6,579 | $13/passenger |
| YQB - Quebec | 452 km | $6,594 | $13/passenger |
| ZKG - Kegaska | 469 km | $6,842 | $14/passenger |
| YTF - Alma | 492 km | $7,177 | $14/passenger |
| NHZ - Brunswick | 492 km | $7,177 | $14/passenger |
| LEW - Lewiston | 500 km | $7,294 | $15/passenger |
| ZGS - La Romaine | 503 km | $7,338 | $15/passenger |
| YSC - Sherbrooke | 511 km | $7,454 | $15/passenger |
| PWM - Portland | 533 km | $7,775 | $16/passenger |
| YRJ - Roberval | 536 km | $7,819 | $16/passenger |
| YJT - Stephenville | 543 km | $7,921 | $16/passenger |
| FRY - Fryeburg | 544 km | $7,936 | $16/passenger |
| YDO - Dolbeau-St-Félicien | 552 km | $8,053 | $16/passenger |
| YRQ - Trois Rivieres | 556 km | $8,111 | $16/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YCH 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 YCH
- 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 Chatham
Chatham 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 YCH
Traveling through Chatham 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 YCH
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Miramichi Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YCH
- 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 YCH are ZBF, YQM, YVB — consider these for potentially lower fares