YEM - Manitoulin East Municipal Airport
Manitowaning, Canada
IATA Code: YEM · Manitowaning, Canada
The airport code YEM is the IATA identifier for Manitoulin East Municipal Airport. You may also find it referred to as Manitowaning Airport (YEM).
Manitoulin East Municipal Airport (YEM) serves Manitowaning, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YEM is the IATA airport code for Manitoulin East Municipal Airport, located in Manitowaning, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 45.8428°N, 81.8581°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
- YEM
- City
- Manitowaning
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Toronto
- Latitude
- 45.8428°
- Longitude
- -81.8581°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YEM
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YZE - Gore Bay | 55 km | $802 | $2/passenger |
| YEL - ELLIOT LAKE | 78 km | $1,138 | $2/passenger |
| YSB - Sudbury | 119 km | $1,736 | $3/passenger |
| YVV - Wiarton | 135 km | $1,969 | $4/passenger |
| DRE - Drummond Island | 147 km | $2,144 | $4/passenger |
| APN - Alpena | 158 km | $2,305 | $5/passenger |
| YOS - Owen Sound | 161 km | $2,349 | $5/passenger |
| YPD - Parry Sound | 171 km | $2,495 | $5/passenger |
| YYB - North Bay | 196 km | $2,859 | $6/passenger |
| OSC - Oscoda | 196 km | $2,859 | $6/passenger |
| CIU - Sault Ste Marie | 207 km | $3,020 | $6/passenger |
| ECA - East Tawas | 210 km | $3,063 | $6/passenger |
| YAM - Sault Sainte Marie | 216 km | $3,151 | $6/passenger |
| YQA - Muskoka | 222 km | $3,239 | $6/passenger |
| PLN - Pellston | 230 km | $3,355 | $7/passenger |
| YLK - Barrie-Orillia | 235 km | $3,428 | $7/passenger |
| GLR - GAYLORD | 240 km | $3,501 | $7/passenger |
| YLD - Chapleau | 247 km | $3,603 | $7/passenger |
| YXR - Earlton | 257 km | $3,749 | $7/passenger |
| HTL - Houghton Lake | 276 km | $4,026 | $8/passenger |
| YCE - Centralia | 286 km | $4,172 | $8/passenger |
| YKF - Waterloo | 290 km | $4,231 | $8/passenger |
| GDW - Gladwin | 293 km | $4,274 | $9/passenger |
| YKZ - Toronto | 295 km | $4,303 | $9/passenger |
| YYZ - Toronto | 298 km | $4,347 | $9/passenger |
| YKX - Kirkland Lake | 299 km | $4,362 | $9/passenger |
| YZD - Toronto | 300 km | $4,376 | $9/passenger |
| YTS - Timmins | 305 km | $4,449 | $9/passenger |
| MBS - Saginaw | 311 km | $4,537 | $9/passenger |
| YTZ - Toronto | 314 km | $4,581 | $9/passenger |
| TVC - Traverse City | 316 km | $4,610 | $9/passenger |
| YOO - Oshawa | 316 km | $4,610 | $9/passenger |
| YXU - London | 317 km | $4,624 | $9/passenger |
| YZR - Sarnia | 318 km | $4,639 | $9/passenger |
| YXZ - Wawa | 324 km | $4,727 | $9/passenger |
| YPQ - Peterborough | 328 km | $4,785 | $10/passenger |
| PHN - Port Huron | 330 km | $4,814 | $10/passenger |
| YHM - Hamilton | 334 km | $4,872 | $10/passenger |
| YQS - St Thomas | 347 km | $5,062 | $10/passenger |
| YUY - Rouyn | 349 km | $5,091 | $10/passenger |
| YWA - Petawawa | 351 km | $5,120 | $10/passenger |
| FNT - Flint | 353 km | $5,150 | $10/passenger |
| YTA - Pembroke | 357 km | $5,208 | $10/passenger |
| AMN - Kamloops | 359 km | $5,237 | $10/passenger |
| YCM - Saint Catherines | 364 km | $5,310 | $11/passenger |
| MTC - Mount Clemens | 367 km | $5,354 | $11/passenger |
| YCN - Cochrane | 368 km | $5,368 | $11/passenger |
| PTK - Pontiac | 375 km | $5,471 | $11/passenger |
| DU9 - Dunnville | 376 km | $5,485 | $11/passenger |
| IAG - Niagara Falls | 382 km | $5,573 | $11/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YEM 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 YEM
- 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 Manitowaning
Manitowaning 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 YEM
Traveling through Manitowaning 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 YEM
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Manitoulin East Municipal Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YEM
- 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 YEM are YZE, YEL, YSB — consider these for potentially lower fares