YCN - Cochrane Airport
Cochrane, Canada
IATA Code: YCN · Cochrane, Canada
The airport code YCN is the IATA identifier for Cochrane Airport. You may also find it referred to as Cochrane Airport (YCN).
Cochrane Airport (YCN) serves Cochrane, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YCN is the IATA airport code for Cochrane Airport, located in Cochrane, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 49.1056°N, 81.0136°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
- YCN
- City
- Cochrane
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Toronto
- Latitude
- 49.1056°
- Longitude
- -81.0136°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YCN
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YTS - Timmins | 65 km | $948 | $2/passenger |
| YYU - Kapuskasing | 111 km | $1,619 | $3/passenger |
| YKX - Kirkland Lake | 125 km | $1,824 | $4/passenger |
| YXR - Earlton | 179 km | $2,611 | $5/passenger |
| YUY - Rouyn | 189 km | $2,757 | $6/passenger |
| YHF - Hearst | 205 km | $2,991 | $6/passenger |
| YEY - Amos | 211 km | $3,078 | $6/passenger |
| YLD - Chapleau | 224 km | $3,268 | $7/passenger |
| YNM - Matagami | 243 km | $3,545 | $7/passenger |
| YMO - Moosonee | 245 km | $3,574 | $7/passenger |
| YVO - Val D'''or | 265 km | $3,866 | $8/passenger |
| YHN - Hornepayne | 273 km | $3,983 | $8/passenger |
| YSB - Sudbury | 276 km | $4,026 | $8/passenger |
| YXZ - Wawa | 305 km | $4,449 | $9/passenger |
| YKQ - Waskaganish | 308 km | $4,493 | $9/passenger |
| YYB - North Bay | 327 km | $4,770 | $10/passenger |
| YEL - ELLIOT LAKE | 327 km | $4,770 | $10/passenger |
| YFA - Fort Albany | 348 km | $5,077 | $10/passenger |
| YMG - Manitouwadge | 353 km | $5,150 | $10/passenger |
| ZKE - Kashechewan | 356 km | $5,193 | $10/passenger |
| YEM - Manitowaning | 368 km | $5,368 | $11/passenger |
| YZE - Gore Bay | 377 km | $5,500 | $11/passenger |
| ZEM - Eastmain River | 389 km | $5,675 | $11/passenger |
| YAM - Sault Sainte Marie | 391 km | $5,704 | $11/passenger |
| YSP - Marathon | 391 km | $5,704 | $11/passenger |
| DRE - Drummond Island | 401 km | $5,850 | $12/passenger |
| CIU - Sault Ste Marie | 410 km | $5,981 | $12/passenger |
| YQN - Nakina | 426 km | $6,214 | $12/passenger |
| YGQ - Geraldton | 435 km | $6,346 | $13/passenger |
| YAT - Attawapiskat | 436 km | $6,360 | $13/passenger |
| YPD - Parry Sound | 437 km | $6,375 | $13/passenger |
| YWA - Petawawa | 447 km | $6,521 | $13/passenger |
| YOG - Ogoki Post | 448 km | $6,535 | $13/passenger |
| YNS - Nemiscau | 449 km | $6,550 | $13/passenger |
| YTA - Pembroke | 458 km | $6,681 | $13/passenger |
| YNC - Wemindji | 460 km | $6,710 | $13/passenger |
| YMT - Chibougamau | 475 km | $6,929 | $14/passenger |
| YQA - Muskoka | 477 km | $6,958 | $14/passenger |
| YVV - Wiarton | 485 km | $7,075 | $14/passenger |
| PLN - Pellston | 485 km | $7,075 | $14/passenger |
| APN - Alpena | 488 km | $7,119 | $14/passenger |
| YMW - Maniwaki | 490 km | $7,148 | $14/passenger |
| YOS - Owen Sound | 502 km | $7,323 | $15/passenger |
| YLK - Barrie-Orillia | 526 km | $7,673 | $15/passenger |
| GLR - GAYLORD | 534 km | $7,790 | $16/passenger |
| YKU - Chisasibi | 542 km | $7,907 | $16/passenger |
| OSC - Oscoda | 548 km | $7,994 | $16/passenger |
| YGL - La Grande Riviere | 552 km | $8,053 | $16/passenger |
| YTM - Mont-Tremblant | 554 km | $8,082 | $16/passenger |
| YFH - Fort Hope | 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 YCN 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 YCN
- 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 Cochrane
Cochrane 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 YCN
Traveling through Cochrane 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 YCN
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Cochrane Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YCN
- 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 YCN are YTS, YYU, YKX — consider these for potentially lower fares