YJP - Hinton/Jasper-Hinton Airport
Hinton, Canada
IATA Code: YJP · Hinton, Canada
The airport code YJP is the IATA identifier for Hinton/Jasper-Hinton Airport. You may also find it referred to as Hinton Airport (YJP).
Hinton/Jasper-Hinton Airport (YJP) serves Hinton, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YJP is the IATA airport code for Hinton/Jasper-Hinton Airport, located in Hinton, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 53.3192°N, 117.7530°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
- YJP
- City
- Hinton
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- N
- Latitude
- 53.3192°
- Longitude
- -117.7530°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YJP
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YET - Edson | 90 km | $1,313 | $3/passenger |
| YZU - Whitecourt | 159 km | $2,319 | $5/passenger |
| YRM - Rocky Mountain House | 215 km | $3,136 | $6/passenger |
| YQU - Grande Prairie | 220 km | $3,209 | $6/passenger |
| YRV - Revelstoke | 263 km | $3,837 | $8/passenger |
| YEG - Edmonton | 277 km | $4,041 | $8/passenger |
| YBA - Banff | 279 km | $4,070 | $8/passenger |
| YXD - Edmonton | 282 km | $4,114 | $8/passenger |
| YQF - Red Deer Industrial | 289 km | $4,216 | $8/passenger |
| YZH - Slave Lake | 292 km | $4,260 | $9/passenger |
| ZMH - 108 Mile Ranch | 299 km | $4,362 | $9/passenger |
| YSN - Salmon Arm | 310 km | $4,522 | $9/passenger |
| YDQ - Dawson Creek | 312 km | $4,551 | $9/passenger |
| YWL - Williams Lake | 316 km | $4,610 | $9/passenger |
| YQZ - Quesnel | 319 km | $4,654 | $9/passenger |
| YPE - Peace River | 324 km | $4,727 | $9/passenger |
| YXS - Prince George | 331 km | $4,829 | $10/passenger |
| YKA - Kamloops | 344 km | $5,018 | $10/passenger |
| YYC - Calgary | 353 km | $5,150 | $10/passenger |
| YVE - Vernon | 358 km | $5,223 | $10/passenger |
| YCQ - Chetwynd | 363 km | $5,295 | $11/passenger |
| YXJ - Fort Saint John | 377 km | $5,500 | $11/passenger |
| YLW - Kelowna | 390 km | $5,689 | $11/passenger |
| YXC - Cranbrook | 434 km | $6,331 | $13/passenger |
| YCG - Castlegar | 447 km | $6,521 | $13/passenger |
| YCT - Coronation | 447 km | $6,521 | $13/passenger |
| YYF - Penticton | 448 km | $6,535 | $13/passenger |
| YVG - Vermillion | 460 km | $6,710 | $13/passenger |
| YBY - Bonnyville | 473 km | $6,900 | $14/passenger |
| YZZ - Trail | 474 km | $6,915 | $14/passenger |
| ZGF - Grand Forks | 481 km | $7,017 | $14/passenger |
| WPC - Pincher Creek | 496 km | $7,236 | $14/passenger |
| YWS - Whistler | 502 km | $7,323 | $15/passenger |
| YOD - Cold Lake | 504 km | $7,352 | $15/passenger |
| YLL - Lloydminster | 510 km | $7,440 | $15/passenger |
| YHE - Hope | 510 km | $7,440 | $15/passenger |
| YAA - Anahim Lake | 515 km | $7,513 | $15/passenger |
| YQL - Lethbridge | 534 km | $7,790 | $16/passenger |
| YSE - Squamish | 542 km | $7,907 | $16/passenger |
| YCW - Chilliwack | 547 km | $7,980 | $16/passenger |
| YMM - Fort Mcmurray | 557 km | $8,126 | $16/passenger |
| YSD - Suffield | 565 km | $8,242 | $16/passenger |
| YXX - Abbotsford | 575 km | $8,388 | $17/passenger |
| YLY - Langley Township | 579 km | $8,446 | $17/passenger |
| CXH - Vancouver | 582 km | $8,490 | $17/passenger |
| YOP - Rainbow Lake | 584 km | $8,519 | $17/passenger |
| YOJ - High Level | 591 km | $8,622 | $17/passenger |
| HZP - Wood Buffalo | 592 km | $8,636 | $17/passenger |
| YVR - Vancouver | 594 km | $8,665 | $17/passenger |
| YDT - Boundary Bay | 597 km | $8,709 | $17/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YJP 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 YJP
- 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 Hinton
Hinton 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 YJP
YJP provides air connectivity for Hinton, Canada. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
🇺🇳 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 YJP
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Hinton/Jasper-Hinton Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YJP
- 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 YJP are YET, YZU, YRM — consider these for potentially lower fares