YCW - Chilliwack Airport
Chilliwack, Canada
IATA Code: YCW · Chilliwack, Canada
The airport code YCW is the IATA identifier for Chilliwack Airport. You may also find it referred to as Chilliwack Airport (YCW).
Chilliwack Airport (YCW) serves Chilliwack, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YCW is the IATA airport code for Chilliwack Airport, located in Chilliwack, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 49.1528°N, 121.9390°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
- YCW
- City
- Chilliwack
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Vancouver
- Latitude
- 49.1528°
- Longitude
- -121.9390°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YCW
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YXX - Abbotsford | 34 km | $496 | $1/passenger |
| YHE - Hope | 40 km | $584 | $1/passenger |
| YLY - Langley Township | 51 km | $744 | $1/passenger |
| BLI - Bellingham | 59 km | $861 | $2/passenger |
| YDT - Boundary Bay | 79 km | $1,152 | $2/passenger |
| MVW - Skagit | 84 km | $1,225 | $2/passenger |
| ESD - Eastsound | 86 km | $1,255 | $3/passenger |
| CXH - Vancouver | 87 km | $1,269 | $3/passenger |
| YVR - Vancouver | 91 km | $1,328 | $3/passenger |
| NUW - Whidbey Island | 103 km | $1,503 | $3/passenger |
| LPS - Lopez | 104 km | $1,517 | $3/passenger |
| YBW - Bedwell Harbour | 105 km | $1,532 | $3/passenger |
| FRD - Friday Harbor | 106 km | $1,546 | $3/passenger |
| YSE - Squamish | 113 km | $1,648 | $3/passenger |
| YGG - Ganges | 118 km | $1,721 | $3/passenger |
| YYJ - Victoria | 122 km | $1,780 | $4/passenger |
| YWS - Whistler | 132 km | $1,926 | $4/passenger |
| YWH - Victoria | 134 km | $1,955 | $4/passenger |
| YCD - Nanaimo | 141 km | $2,057 | $4/passenger |
| PAE - Everett | 141 km | $2,057 | $4/passenger |
| ZNA - Nanaimo | 146 km | $2,130 | $4/passenger |
| CLM - Port Angeles | 162 km | $2,363 | $5/passenger |
| YYF - Penticton | 173 km | $2,524 | $5/passenger |
| BFI - Seattle | 182 km | $2,655 | $5/passenger |
| RNT - Renton | 186 km | $2,713 | $5/passenger |
| SEA - Seattle | 191 km | $2,786 | $6/passenger |
| PWT - Bremerton | 195 km | $2,845 | $6/passenger |
| YGB - Texada | 196 km | $2,859 | $6/passenger |
| YPW - Powell River | 200 km | $2,918 | $6/passenger |
| YKA - Kamloops | 203 km | $2,961 | $6/passenger |
| YLW - Kelowna | 205 km | $2,991 | $6/passenger |
| TIW - Tacoma | 215 km | $3,136 | $6/passenger |
| YQQ - Comox | 222 km | $3,239 | $6/passenger |
| YVE - Vernon | 224 km | $3,268 | $7/passenger |
| TCM - Tacoma | 228 km | $3,326 | $7/passenger |
| SHN - Shelton | 231 km | $3,370 | $7/passenger |
| EAT - Wenatchee | 233 km | $3,399 | $7/passenger |
| GRF - Fort Lewis | 235 km | $3,428 | $7/passenger |
| OLM - Olympia | 253 km | $3,691 | $7/passenger |
| YBL - Campbell River | 256 km | $3,735 | $7/passenger |
| ZGF - Grand Forks | 256 km | $3,735 | $7/passenger |
| YSN - Salmon Arm | 258 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| YAZ - Tofino | 279 km | $4,070 | $8/passenger |
| HQM - Hoquiam | 284 km | $4,143 | $8/passenger |
| CLS - Chehalis | 286 km | $4,172 | $8/passenger |
| ZMH - 108 Mile Ranch | 290 km | $4,231 | $8/passenger |
| MWH - Grant County Airport | 291 km | $4,245 | $8/passenger |
| YKM - Yakima | 306 km | $4,464 | $9/passenger |
| YCG - Castlegar | 313 km | $4,566 | $9/passenger |
| YZZ - Trail | 315 km | $4,595 | $9/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YCW 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 YCW
- 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 Chilliwack
Chilliwack 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 YCW
Traveling through Chilliwack 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 YCW
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Chilliwack Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YCW
- 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 YCW are YXX, YHE, YLY — consider these for potentially lower fares