YEG - Edmonton International Airport
Edmonton, Canada
IATA Code: YEG · Edmonton, Canada
The airport code YEG is the IATA identifier for Edmonton International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Edmonton Airport (YEG).
Edmonton International Airport (YEG) serves Edmonton, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YEG is the IATA airport code for Edmonton International Airport, located in Edmonton, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 53.3097°N, 113.5800°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
- YEG
- City
- Edmonton
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Edmonton
- Latitude
- 53.3097°
- Longitude
- -113.5800°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YEG
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YXD - Edmonton | 29 km | $423 | $1/passenger |
| YQF - Red Deer Industrial | 127 km | $1,853 | $4/passenger |
| YRM - Rocky Mountain House | 132 km | $1,926 | $4/passenger |
| YZU - Whitecourt | 172 km | $2,509 | $5/passenger |
| YVG - Vermillion | 183 km | $2,670 | $5/passenger |
| YET - Edson | 193 km | $2,815 | $6/passenger |
| YCT - Coronation | 199 km | $2,903 | $6/passenger |
| YBY - Bonnyville | 217 km | $3,166 | $6/passenger |
| YLL - Lloydminster | 233 km | $3,399 | $7/passenger |
| YZH - Slave Lake | 234 km | $3,414 | $7/passenger |
| YYC - Calgary | 246 km | $3,589 | $7/passenger |
| YOD - Cold Lake | 248 km | $3,618 | $7/passenger |
| YBA - Banff | 269 km | $3,924 | $8/passenger |
| YJP - Hinton | 277 km | $4,041 | $8/passenger |
| YLJ - Meadow Lake | 345 km | $5,033 | $10/passenger |
| YKY - Kindersley | 359 km | $5,237 | $10/passenger |
| YQW - North Battleford | 362 km | $5,281 | $11/passenger |
| YSD - Suffield | 376 km | $5,485 | $11/passenger |
| YMM - Fort Mcmurray | 401 km | $5,850 | $12/passenger |
| YQU - Grande Prairie | 402 km | $5,864 | $12/passenger |
| YPE - Peace River | 408 km | $5,952 | $12/passenger |
| YRV - Revelstoke | 408 km | $5,952 | $12/passenger |
| YQL - Lethbridge | 413 km | $6,025 | $12/passenger |
| YXH - Medicine Hat | 416 km | $6,069 | $12/passenger |
| WPC - Pincher Creek | 422 km | $6,156 | $12/passenger |
| YVT - Buffalo Narrows | 436 km | $6,360 | $13/passenger |
| YXC - Cranbrook | 439 km | $6,404 | $13/passenger |
| HZP - Wood Buffalo | 468 km | $6,827 | $14/passenger |
| YXE - Saskatoon | 480 km | $7,002 | $14/passenger |
| YSN - Salmon Arm | 484 km | $7,061 | $14/passenger |
| YDQ - Dawson Creek | 504 km | $7,352 | $15/passenger |
| YVE - Vernon | 522 km | $7,615 | $15/passenger |
| YPA - Prince Albert | 526 km | $7,673 | $15/passenger |
| YYN - Swift Current | 526 km | $7,673 | $15/passenger |
| YCG - Castlegar | 528 km | $7,702 | $15/passenger |
| CTB - Cutbank | 529 km | $7,717 | $15/passenger |
| YLW - Kelowna | 547 km | $7,980 | $16/passenger |
| YZZ - Trail | 550 km | $8,023 | $16/passenger |
| YKA - Kamloops | 552 km | $8,053 | $16/passenger |
| ZMH - 108 Mile Ranch | 553 km | $8,067 | $16/passenger |
| FCA - Kalispell | 558 km | $8,140 | $16/passenger |
| YXJ - Fort Saint John | 563 km | $8,213 | $16/passenger |
| YVC - La Ronge | 578 km | $8,432 | $17/passenger |
| YCQ - Chetwynd | 583 km | $8,505 | $17/passenger |
| YWL - Williams Lake | 584 km | $8,519 | $17/passenger |
| ZGF - Grand Forks | 585 km | $8,534 | $17/passenger |
| HVR - Havre | 594 km | $8,665 | $17/passenger |
| YQZ - Quesnel | 596 km | $8,694 | $17/passenger |
| YYF - Penticton | 598 km | $8,724 | $17/passenger |
| YXS - Prince George | 603 km | $8,797 | $18/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YEG 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 YEG
- 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 Edmonton
Edmonton 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 YEG
Traveling through Edmonton 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 YEG
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Edmonton International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YEG
- 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 YEG are YXD, YQF, YRM — consider these for potentially lower fares