YEL - Elliot Lake Municipal Airport
ELLIOT LAKE, Canada
IATA Code: YEL · ELLIOT LAKE, Canada
The airport code YEL is the IATA identifier for Elliot Lake Municipal Airport. You may also find it referred to as ELLIOT LAKE Airport (YEL).
Elliot Lake Municipal Airport (YEL) serves ELLIOT LAKE, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YEL is the IATA airport code for Elliot Lake Municipal Airport, located in ELLIOT LAKE, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 46.3514°N, 82.5614°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
- YEL
- City
- ELLIOT LAKE
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Toronto
- Latitude
- 46.3514°
- Longitude
- -82.5614°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YEL
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YZE - Gore Bay | 52 km | $759 | $2/passenger |
| YEM - Manitowaning | 78 km | $1,138 | $2/passenger |
| DRE - Drummond Island | 99 km | $1,444 | $3/passenger |
| YSB - Sudbury | 138 km | $2,013 | $4/passenger |
| CIU - Sault Ste Marie | 147 km | $2,144 | $4/passenger |
| YAM - Sault Sainte Marie | 150 km | $2,188 | $4/passenger |
| APN - Alpena | 161 km | $2,349 | $5/passenger |
| YLD - Chapleau | 174 km | $2,538 | $5/passenger |
| PLN - Pellston | 193 km | $2,815 | $6/passenger |
| YVV - Wiarton | 211 km | $3,078 | $6/passenger |
| OSC - Oscoda | 221 km | $3,224 | $6/passenger |
| GLR - GAYLORD | 223 km | $3,253 | $7/passenger |
| ECA - East Tawas | 236 km | $3,443 | $7/passenger |
| YOS - Owen Sound | 238 km | $3,472 | $7/passenger |
| YYB - North Bay | 241 km | $3,516 | $7/passenger |
| YPD - Parry Sound | 244 km | $3,559 | $7/passenger |
| YXZ - Wawa | 246 km | $3,589 | $7/passenger |
| YXR - Earlton | 254 km | $3,705 | $7/passenger |
| YTS - Timmins | 262 km | $3,822 | $8/passenger |
| HTL - Houghton Lake | 276 km | $4,026 | $8/passenger |
| YKX - Kirkland Lake | 284 km | $4,143 | $8/passenger |
| YQA - Muskoka | 296 km | $4,318 | $9/passenger |
| TVC - Traverse City | 296 km | $4,318 | $9/passenger |
| GDW - Gladwin | 304 km | $4,435 | $9/passenger |
| YLK - Barrie-Orillia | 313 km | $4,566 | $9/passenger |
| YCN - Cochrane | 327 km | $4,770 | $10/passenger |
| MBS - Saginaw | 335 km | $4,887 | $10/passenger |
| YYU - Kapuskasing | 341 km | $4,975 | $10/passenger |
| YUY - Rouyn | 349 km | $5,091 | $10/passenger |
| YCE - Centralia | 351 km | $5,120 | $10/passenger |
| YHN - Hornepayne | 356 km | $5,193 | $10/passenger |
| ESC - Escanaba | 357 km | $5,208 | $10/passenger |
| YKF - Waterloo | 364 km | $5,310 | $11/passenger |
| MBL - Manistee | 369 km | $5,383 | $11/passenger |
| MQT - Gwinn | 371 km | $5,412 | $11/passenger |
| YKZ - Toronto | 373 km | $5,441 | $11/passenger |
| YZR - Sarnia | 373 km | $5,441 | $11/passenger |
| YYZ - Toronto | 376 km | $5,485 | $11/passenger |
| AMN - Kamloops | 376 km | $5,485 | $11/passenger |
| YZD - Toronto | 378 km | $5,514 | $11/passenger |
| PHN - Port Huron | 383 km | $5,587 | $11/passenger |
| YHF - Hearst | 383 km | $5,587 | $11/passenger |
| YXU - London | 385 km | $5,616 | $11/passenger |
| FNT - Flint | 388 km | $5,660 | $11/passenger |
| YSP - Marathon | 390 km | $5,689 | $11/passenger |
| YMG - Manitouwadge | 391 km | $5,704 | $11/passenger |
| YTZ - Toronto | 392 km | $5,718 | $11/passenger |
| YOO - Oshawa | 394 km | $5,748 | $11/passenger |
| LDM - Ludington | 402 km | $5,864 | $12/passenger |
| YPQ - Peterborough | 404 km | $5,894 | $12/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YEL 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 YEL
- 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 ELLIOT LAKE
ELLIOT LAKE 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 YEL
Traveling through ELLIOT LAKE 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 YEL
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Elliot Lake Municipal Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YEL
- 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 YEL are YZE, YEM, DRE — consider these for potentially lower fares