YCS - Chesterfield Inlet Airport
Chesterfield Inlet, Canada
IATA Code: YCS · Chesterfield Inlet, Canada
The airport code YCS is the IATA identifier for Chesterfield Inlet Airport. You may also find it referred to as Chesterfield Inlet Airport (YCS).
Chesterfield Inlet Airport (YCS) serves Chesterfield Inlet, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YCS is the IATA airport code for Chesterfield Inlet Airport, located in Chesterfield Inlet, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 63.3469°N, 90.7311°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
- YCS
- City
- Chesterfield Inlet
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Winnipeg
- Latitude
- 63.3469°
- Longitude
- -90.7311°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YCS
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YRT - Rankin Inlet | 92 km | $1,342 | $3/passenger |
| YXN - Whale Cove | 155 km | $2,261 | $5/passenger |
| YBK - Baker Lake | 283 km | $4,128 | $8/passenger |
| YEK - Eskimo Point | 304 km | $4,435 | $9/passenger |
| YZS - Coral Harbour | 374 km | $5,456 | $11/passenger |
| YUT - Repulse Bay | 412 km | $6,010 | $12/passenger |
| YYQ - Churchill | 543 km | $7,921 | $16/passenger |
| YBB - Pelly Bay | 578 km | $8,432 | $17/passenger |
| YHK - Gjoa Haven | 632 km | $9,220 | $18/passenger |
| YIK - Ivujivik | 656 km | $9,570 | $19/passenger |
| XTL - Tadoule Lake | 664 km | $9,686 | $19/passenger |
| YYH - Spence Bay | 701 km | $10,226 | $20/passenger |
| YTE - Cape Dorset | 703 km | $10,255 | $21/passenger |
| AKV - Akulivik | 711 km | $10,372 | $21/passenger |
| YUX - Hall Beach | 738 km | $10,766 | $22/passenger |
| YZG - Salluit | 776 km | $11,320 | $23/passenger |
| YGT - Igloolik | 777 km | $11,335 | $23/passenger |
| XLB - Lac Brochet | 781 km | $11,393 | $23/passenger |
| YPX - Puvirnituq | 796 km | $11,612 | $23/passenger |
| YGX - Gillam | 808 km | $11,787 | $24/passenger |
| YER - Fort Severn | 832 km | $12,137 | $24/passenger |
| ZTM - Shamattawa | 835 km | $12,181 | $24/passenger |
| YBT - Brochet | 849 km | $12,385 | $25/passenger |
| ILF - Ilford | 855 km | $12,473 | $25/passenger |
| XSI - South Indian Lake | 857 km | $12,502 | $25/passenger |
| ZAC - York Landing | 860 km | $12,546 | $25/passenger |
| YPH - Inukjuak | 870 km | $12,692 | $25/passenger |
| KES - Kelsey | 874 km | $12,750 | $26/passenger |
| ZWL - Wollaston Lake | 890 km | $12,983 | $26/passenger |
| JOJ - Doris Lake | 894 km | $13,042 | $26/passenger |
| YCB - Cambridge Bay | 905 km | $13,202 | $26/passenger |
| YNL - Points North Landing | 915 km | $13,348 | $27/passenger |
| YLR - Leaf Rapids | 916 km | $13,363 | $27/passenger |
| YYL - Lynn Lake | 919 km | $13,406 | $27/passenger |
| YSF - Stony Rapids | 923 km | $13,465 | $27/passenger |
| YTH - Thompson | 929 km | $13,552 | $27/passenger |
| PIW - Pikwitonei | 935 km | $13,640 | $27/passenger |
| ZGI - Gods River | 965 km | $14,077 | $28/passenger |
| YOH - Oxford House | 970 km | $14,150 | $28/passenger |
| YTD - Thicket Portage | 975 km | $14,223 | $28/passenger |
| YOA - Ekati | 976 km | $14,238 | $28/passenger |
| YPO - Peawanuck | 976 km | $14,238 | $28/passenger |
| ZFD - Fond-Du-Lac | 980 km | $14,296 | $29/passenger |
| YWB - Kangiqsujuaq | 982 km | $14,325 | $29/passenger |
| YSK - Sanikiluaq | 988 km | $14,413 | $29/passenger |
| YGO - Gods Lake Narrows | 1,000 km | $14,588 | $29/passenger |
| YSG - Lutselk'''e | 1,012 km | $14,763 | $30/passenger |
| YBE - Uranium City | 1,028 km | $14,996 | $30/passenger |
| XPK - Pukatawagan | 1,030 km | $15,026 | $30/passenger |
| YRS - Red Sucker Lake | 1,033 km | $15,069 | $30/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YCS 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 YCS
- 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 Chesterfield Inlet
Chesterfield Inlet 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 YCS
Traveling through Chesterfield Inlet 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 YCS
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Chesterfield Inlet Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YCS
- 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 YCS are YRT, YXN, YBK — consider these for potentially lower fares