YCK - Colville Lake Airport
Colville Lake, Canada
IATA Code: YCK · Colville Lake, Canada
The airport code YCK is the IATA identifier for Colville Lake Airport. You may also find it referred to as Colville Lake Airport (YCK).
Colville Lake Airport (YCK) serves Colville Lake, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YCK is the IATA airport code for Colville Lake Airport, located in Colville Lake, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 67.0392°N, 126.0800°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
- YCK
- City
- Colville Lake
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Edmonton
- Latitude
- 67.0392°
- Longitude
- -126.0800°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YCK
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YGH - Fort Good Hope | 144 km | $2,101 | $4/passenger |
| YVQ - Norman Wells | 198 km | $2,888 | $6/passenger |
| YWJ - Deline | 235 km | $3,428 | $7/passenger |
| ZFN - Tulita | 238 km | $3,472 | $7/passenger |
| YPC - Paulatuk | 271 km | $3,953 | $8/passenger |
| YEV - Inuvik | 343 km | $5,004 | $10/passenger |
| ZFM - Fort Mcpherson | 380 km | $5,543 | $11/passenger |
| YUB - Tuktoyaktuk | 391 km | $5,704 | $11/passenger |
| LAK - Aklavik | 400 km | $5,835 | $12/passenger |
| YWY - Wrigley | 443 km | $6,462 | $13/passenger |
| YCO - Coppermine | 474 km | $6,915 | $14/passenger |
| YRA - Gamètì | 517 km | $7,542 | $15/passenger |
| YHI - Holman Island | 529 km | $7,717 | $15/passenger |
| YSY - Sachs Harbour | 552 km | $8,053 | $16/passenger |
| YMA - Mayo | 592 km | $8,636 | $17/passenger |
| YOC - Old Crow | 592 km | $8,636 | $17/passenger |
| YLE - Whatì | 599 km | $8,738 | $17/passenger |
| YFS - Fort Simpson | 631 km | $9,205 | $18/passenger |
| YFJ - Wekweeti | 634 km | $9,249 | $18/passenger |
| ZFA - Faro | 639 km | $9,322 | $19/passenger |
| XRR - Ross River | 639 km | $9,322 | $19/passenger |
| YDA - Dawson | 685 km | $9,993 | $20/passenger |
| EAA - Eagle | 727 km | $10,605 | $21/passenger |
| YOA - Ekati | 747 km | $10,897 | $22/passenger |
| YZF - Yellowknife | 749 km | $10,926 | $22/passenger |
| YJF - Fort Liard | 767 km | $11,189 | $22/passenger |
| CIK - Chalkyitsik | 771 km | $11,247 | $22/passenger |
| YQH - Watson Lake | 781 km | $11,393 | $23/passenger |
| BTI - Barter Island | 786 km | $11,466 | $23/passenger |
| IRC - Circle | 808 km | $11,787 | $24/passenger |
| YXY - Whitehorse | 828 km | $12,079 | $24/passenger |
| YZW - Teslin | 830 km | $12,108 | $24/passenger |
| ARC - Arctic Village | 832 km | $12,137 | $24/passenger |
| JOJ - Doris Lake | 832 km | $12,137 | $24/passenger |
| FYU - Fort Yukon | 838 km | $12,225 | $24/passenger |
| CEM - Central | 848 km | $12,371 | $25/passenger |
| YHY - Hay River | 851 km | $12,414 | $25/passenger |
| YXQ - Beaver Creek | 867 km | $12,648 | $25/passenger |
| ORT - Northway | 868 km | $12,662 | $25/passenger |
| VEE - Venetie | 877 km | $12,794 | $26/passenger |
| YFR - Fort Resolution | 884 km | $12,896 | $26/passenger |
| TKJ - Tok | 885 km | $12,910 | $26/passenger |
| YDB - Burwash | 886 km | $12,925 | $26/passenger |
| YHT - Haines Junction | 890 km | $12,983 | $26/passenger |
| YSG - Lutselk'''e | 890 km | $12,983 | $26/passenger |
| YCB - Cambridge Bay | 895 km | $13,056 | $26/passenger |
| YYE - Fort Nelson | 929 km | $13,552 | $27/passenger |
| WBQ - Beaver | 936 km | $13,654 | $27/passenger |
| SGY - Skagway | 959 km | $13,990 | $28/passenger |
| BIG - Delta Junction | 961 km | $14,019 | $28/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YCK 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 YCK
- 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 Colville Lake
Colville Lake 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 YCK
Traveling through Colville Lake 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 YCK
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Colville Lake Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YCK
- 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 YCK are YGH, YVQ, YWJ — consider these for potentially lower fares