YGG - Ganges Seaplane Base
Ganges, Canada
IATA Code: YGG · Ganges, Canada
The airport code YGG is the IATA identifier for Ganges Seaplane Base. You may also find it referred to as Ganges Airport (YGG).
Ganges Seaplane Base (YGG) serves Ganges, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YGG is the IATA airport code for Ganges Seaplane Base, located in Ganges, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 48.8545°N, 123.4969°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
- YGG
- City
- Ganges
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Vancouver
- Latitude
- 48.8545°
- Longitude
- -123.4969°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YGG
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YBW - Bedwell Harbour | 23 km | $336 | $1/passenger |
| YYJ - Victoria | 24 km | $350 | $1/passenger |
| YCD - Nanaimo | 35 km | $511 | $1/passenger |
| YDT - Boundary Bay | 43 km | $627 | $1/passenger |
| YVR - Vancouver | 44 km | $642 | $1/passenger |
| ESD - Eastsound | 46 km | $671 | $1/passenger |
| YWH - Victoria | 48 km | $700 | $1/passenger |
| ZNA - Nanaimo | 49 km | $715 | $1/passenger |
| FRD - Friday Harbor | 51 km | $744 | $1/passenger |
| CXH - Vancouver | 56 km | $817 | $2/passenger |
| LPS - Lopez | 58 km | $846 | $2/passenger |
| YLY - Langley Township | 69 km | $1,007 | $2/passenger |
| BLI - Bellingham | 71 km | $1,036 | $2/passenger |
| CLM - Port Angeles | 82 km | $1,196 | $2/passenger |
| NUW - Whidbey Island | 83 km | $1,211 | $2/passenger |
| YXX - Abbotsford | 85 km | $1,240 | $2/passenger |
| MVW - Skagit | 90 km | $1,313 | $3/passenger |
| YSE - Squamish | 106 km | $1,546 | $3/passenger |
| YCW - Chilliwack | 118 km | $1,721 | $3/passenger |
| YGB - Texada | 119 km | $1,736 | $3/passenger |
| YPW - Powell River | 131 km | $1,911 | $4/passenger |
| PAE - Everett | 138 km | $2,013 | $4/passenger |
| YQQ - Comox | 139 km | $2,028 | $4/passenger |
| YWS - Whistler | 149 km | $2,174 | $4/passenger |
| YHE - Hope | 156 km | $2,276 | $5/passenger |
| PWT - Bremerton | 161 km | $2,349 | $5/passenger |
| YAZ - Tofino | 168 km | $2,451 | $5/passenger |
| BFI - Seattle | 172 km | $2,509 | $5/passenger |
| YBL - Campbell River | 177 km | $2,582 | $5/passenger |
| SEA - Seattle | 179 km | $2,611 | $5/passenger |
| RNT - Renton | 179 km | $2,611 | $5/passenger |
| SHN - Shelton | 182 km | $2,655 | $5/passenger |
| TIW - Tacoma | 189 km | $2,757 | $6/passenger |
| TCM - Tacoma | 205 km | $2,991 | $6/passenger |
| GRF - Fort Lewis | 209 km | $3,049 | $6/passenger |
| HQM - Hoquiam | 212 km | $3,093 | $6/passenger |
| OLM - Olympia | 214 km | $3,122 | $6/passenger |
| CLS - Chehalis | 245 km | $3,574 | $7/passenger |
| YYF - Penticton | 291 km | $4,245 | $8/passenger |
| EAT - Wenatchee | 293 km | $4,274 | $9/passenger |
| YKA - Kamloops | 300 km | $4,376 | $9/passenger |
| AST - Astoria | 301 km | $4,391 | $9/passenger |
| KLS - Kelso | 308 km | $4,493 | $9/passenger |
| YAL - Alert Bay | 312 km | $4,551 | $9/passenger |
| YLW - Kelowna | 322 km | $4,697 | $9/passenger |
| YKM - Yakima | 337 km | $4,916 | $10/passenger |
| YVE - Vernon | 338 km | $4,931 | $10/passenger |
| YZT - Port Hardy | 344 km | $5,018 | $10/passenger |
| ZMH - 108 Mile Ranch | 355 km | $5,179 | $10/passenger |
| MWH - Grant County Airport | 360 km | $5,252 | $11/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YGG 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 YGG
- 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 Ganges
Ganges 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 YGG
Traveling through Ganges 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 YGG
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Ganges Seaplane Base
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YGG
- 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 YGG are YBW, YYJ, YCD — consider these for potentially lower fares