YDQ - Dawson Creek Airport

Dawson Creek, Canada

IATA Code: YDQ · Dawson Creek, Canada

The airport code YDQ is the IATA identifier for Dawson Creek Airport. You may also find it referred to as Dawson Creek Airport (YDQ).

Dawson Creek Airport (YDQ) serves Dawson Creek, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.

YDQ is the IATA airport code for Dawson Creek Airport, located in Dawson Creek, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 55.7423°N, 120.1830°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
YDQ
City
Dawson Creek
Country
Canada
Timezone
America/Dawson_Creek
Latitude
55.7423°
Longitude
-120.1830°
Type
airport
Fuel Region
North America

Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YDQ

Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.

Destination Distance Est. Fuel Cost Fuel Surcharge*
YXJ - Fort Saint John 65 km $948 $2/passenger
YCQ - Chetwynd 91 km $1,328 $3/passenger
YQU - Grande Prairie 103 km $1,503 $3/passenger
YPE - Peace River 179 km $2,611 $5/passenger
YXS - Prince George 261 km $3,807 $8/passenger
YOP - Rainbow Lake 309 km $4,508 $9/passenger
YJP - Hinton 312 km $4,551 $9/passenger
YZU - Whitecourt 332 km $4,843 $10/passenger
YQZ - Quesnel 337 km $4,916 $10/passenger
YET - Edson 339 km $4,945 $10/passenger
YZH - Slave Lake 344 km $5,018 $10/passenger
YOJ - High Level 368 km $5,368 $11/passenger
YYE - Fort Nelson 373 km $5,441 $11/passenger
YWL - Williams Lake 414 km $6,039 $12/passenger
ZMH - 108 Mile Ranch 452 km $6,594 $13/passenger
YYD - Smithers 455 km $6,638 $13/passenger
YXD - Edmonton 491 km $7,163 $14/passenger
YAA - Anahim Lake 495 km $7,221 $14/passenger
YEG - Edmonton 504 km $7,352 $15/passenger
YRM - Rocky Mountain House 504 km $7,352 $15/passenger
YJF - Fort Liard 536 km $7,819 $16/passenger
YRV - Revelstoke 547 km $7,980 $16/passenger
HZP - Wood Buffalo 550 km $8,023 $16/passenger
YXT - Terrace 552 km $8,053 $16/passenger
QBC - Bella Coola 560 km $8,169 $16/passenger
YKA - Kamloops 561 km $8,184 $16/passenger
YMM - Fort Mcmurray 563 km $8,213 $16/passenger
YSN - Salmon Arm 566 km $8,257 $17/passenger
YQF - Red Deer Industrial 571 km $8,330 $17/passenger
YBA - Banff 590 km $8,607 $17/passenger
ZST - Stewart 612 km $8,928 $18/passenger
YVE - Vernon 614 km $8,957 $18/passenger
YHY - Hay River 622 km $9,074 $18/passenger
YBY - Bonnyville 622 km $9,074 $18/passenger
YBO - Bob Quinn Lake 634 km $9,249 $18/passenger
YPY - Fort Chipewyan 640 km $9,336 $19/passenger
YLW - Kelowna 646 km $9,424 $19/passenger
YOD - Cold Lake 647 km $9,438 $19/passenger
YWS - Whistler 649 km $9,468 $19/passenger
YYC - Calgary 656 km $9,570 $19/passenger
YVG - Vermillion 659 km $9,613 $19/passenger
ZSW - Prince Rupert 662 km $9,657 $19/passenger
YDL - Dease Lake 665 km $9,701 $19/passenger
YFS - Fort Simpson 672 km $9,803 $20/passenger
YPR - Prince Pupert 673 km $9,818 $20/passenger
YSM - Fort Smith 679 km $9,905 $20/passenger
YSE - Squamish 692 km $10,095 $20/passenger
YYF - Penticton 699 km $10,197 $20/passenger
YCT - Coronation 702 km $10,241 $20/passenger
YQH - Watson Lake 704 km $10,270 $21/passenger

* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.

How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YDQ 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.

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Climate & Weather at Dawson Creek

Dawson Creek 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 YDQ

Traveling through Dawson Creek 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 YDQ

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