YEK - Arviat Airport

Eskimo Point, Canada

IATA Code: YEK · Eskimo Point, Canada

The airport code YEK is the IATA identifier for Arviat Airport. You may also find it referred to as Eskimo Point Airport (YEK).

Arviat Airport (YEK) serves Eskimo Point, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.

YEK is the IATA airport code for Arviat Airport, located in Eskimo Point, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 61.0942°N, 94.0708°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
YEK
City
Eskimo Point
Country
Canada
Timezone
America/Winnipeg
Latitude
61.0942°
Longitude
-94.0708°
Type
airport
Fuel Region
North America

Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YEK

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

Destination Distance Est. Fuel Cost Fuel Surcharge*
YXN - Whale Cove 149 km $2,174 $4/passenger
YRT - Rankin Inlet 217 km $3,166 $6/passenger
YYQ - Churchill 262 km $3,822 $8/passenger
YCS - Chesterfield Inlet 304 km $4,435 $9/passenger
XTL - Tadoule Lake 363 km $5,295 $11/passenger
YBK - Baker Lake 371 km $5,412 $11/passenger
XLB - Lac Brochet 496 km $7,236 $14/passenger
YGX - Gillam 528 km $7,702 $15/passenger
XSI - South Indian Lake 553 km $8,067 $16/passenger
YBT - Brochet 557 km $8,126 $16/passenger
ILF - Ilford 567 km $8,271 $17/passenger
ZAC - York Landing 569 km $8,301 $17/passenger
KES - Kelsey 580 km $8,461 $17/passenger
ZTM - Shamattawa 593 km $8,651 $17/passenger
ZWL - Wollaston Lake 610 km $8,899 $18/passenger
YLR - Leaf Rapids 612 km $8,928 $18/passenger
YYL - Lynn Lake 618 km $9,015 $18/passenger
YTH - Thompson 628 km $9,161 $18/passenger
PIW - Pikwitonei 638 km $9,307 $19/passenger
YNL - Points North Landing 642 km $9,365 $19/passenger
YZS - Coral Harbour 646 km $9,424 $19/passenger
YER - Fort Severn 675 km $9,847 $20/passenger
YTD - Thicket Portage 676 km $9,861 $20/passenger
YSF - Stony Rapids 681 km $9,934 $20/passenger
YOH - Oxford House 689 km $10,051 $20/passenger
ZGI - Gods River 695 km $10,139 $20/passenger
YUT - Repulse Bay 715 km $10,430 $21/passenger
XPK - Pukatawagan 726 km $10,591 $21/passenger
YGO - Gods Lake Narrows 727 km $10,605 $21/passenger
ZFD - Fond-Du-Lac 749 km $10,926 $22/passenger
YCR - Cross Lake 753 km $10,985 $22/passenger
ZJG - Jenpeg 768 km $11,204 $22/passenger
YRS - Red Sucker Lake 771 km $11,247 $22/passenger
YKJ - Key Lake 783 km $11,422 $23/passenger
YIV - Island Lake 805 km $11,743 $23/passenger
YST - St. Theresa Point 807 km $11,773 $24/passenger
ZPB - Sachigo Lake 809 km $11,802 $24/passenger
YBE - Uranium City 810 km $11,816 $24/passenger
XBE - Bearskin Lake 813 km $11,860 $24/passenger
YNE - Norway House 824 km $12,021 $24/passenger
YFO - Flin Flon 842 km $12,283 $25/passenger
YHK - Gjoa Haven 843 km $12,298 $25/passenger
YPO - Peawanuck 846 km $12,341 $25/passenger
YTL - Big Trout Lake 846 km $12,341 $25/passenger
YAX - Angling Lake 849 km $12,385 $25/passenger
YBB - Pelly Bay 851 km $12,414 $25/passenger
AKV - Akulivik 858 km $12,517 $25/passenger
YIK - Ivujivik 860 km $12,546 $25/passenger
MSA - Muskrat Dam 862 km $12,575 $25/passenger
YSG - Lutselk'''e 884 km $12,896 $26/passenger

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

How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YEK 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 Eskimo Point

Eskimo Point 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 YEK

Traveling through Eskimo Point 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 YEK

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