YKA - Kamloops Airport
Kamloops, Canada
IATA Code: YKA · Kamloops, Canada
The airport code YKA is the IATA identifier for Kamloops Airport. You may also find it referred to as Kamloops Airport (YKA).
Kamloops Airport (YKA) serves Kamloops, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YKA is the IATA airport code for Kamloops Airport, located in Kamloops, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 50.7022°N, 120.4440°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
- YKA
- City
- Kamloops
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Vancouver
- Latitude
- 50.7022°
- Longitude
- -120.4440°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YKA
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YSN - Salmon Arm | 86 km | $1,255 | $3/passenger |
| YVE - Vernon | 94 km | $1,371 | $3/passenger |
| YLW - Kelowna | 112 km | $1,634 | $3/passenger |
| ZMH - 108 Mile Ranch | 131 km | $1,911 | $4/passenger |
| YYF - Penticton | 150 km | $2,188 | $4/passenger |
| YRV - Revelstoke | 161 km | $2,349 | $5/passenger |
| YHE - Hope | 166 km | $2,422 | $5/passenger |
| YWS - Whistler | 188 km | $2,743 | $5/passenger |
| YWL - Williams Lake | 199 km | $2,903 | $6/passenger |
| YCW - Chilliwack | 203 km | $2,961 | $6/passenger |
| YSE - Squamish | 219 km | $3,195 | $6/passenger |
| YXX - Abbotsford | 232 km | $3,384 | $7/passenger |
| YLY - Langley Township | 237 km | $3,457 | $7/passenger |
| ZGF - Grand Forks | 237 km | $3,457 | $7/passenger |
| CXH - Vancouver | 247 km | $3,603 | $7/passenger |
| YCG - Castlegar | 255 km | $3,720 | $7/passenger |
| YVR - Vancouver | 258 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| YDT - Boundary Bay | 258 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| BLI - Bellingham | 260 km | $3,793 | $8/passenger |
| YZZ - Trail | 273 km | $3,983 | $8/passenger |
| ESD - Eastsound | 284 km | $4,143 | $8/passenger |
| MVW - Skagit | 286 km | $4,172 | $8/passenger |
| YQZ - Quesnel | 295 km | $4,303 | $9/passenger |
| YBW - Bedwell Harbour | 295 km | $4,303 | $9/passenger |
| YGG - Ganges | 300 km | $4,376 | $9/passenger |
| ZNA - Nanaimo | 302 km | $4,406 | $9/passenger |
| YPW - Powell River | 304 km | $4,435 | $9/passenger |
| LPS - Lopez | 305 km | $4,449 | $9/passenger |
| FRD - Friday Harbor | 305 km | $4,449 | $9/passenger |
| YCD - Nanaimo | 306 km | $4,464 | $9/passenger |
| NUW - Whidbey Island | 306 km | $4,464 | $9/passenger |
| YGB - Texada | 311 km | $4,537 | $9/passenger |
| YYJ - Victoria | 313 km | $4,566 | $9/passenger |
| YWH - Victoria | 330 km | $4,814 | $10/passenger |
| YQQ - Comox | 335 km | $4,887 | $10/passenger |
| PAE - Everett | 338 km | $4,931 | $10/passenger |
| YJP - Hinton | 344 km | $5,018 | $10/passenger |
| YBA - Banff | 348 km | $5,077 | $10/passenger |
| YBL - Campbell River | 353 km | $5,150 | $10/passenger |
| YXC - Cranbrook | 354 km | $5,164 | $10/passenger |
| CLM - Port Angeles | 362 km | $5,281 | $11/passenger |
| EAT - Wenatchee | 368 km | $5,368 | $11/passenger |
| BFI - Seattle | 378 km | $5,514 | $11/passenger |
| RNT - Renton | 379 km | $5,529 | $11/passenger |
| YXS - Prince George | 386 km | $5,631 | $11/passenger |
| SEA - Seattle | 386 km | $5,631 | $11/passenger |
| YAA - Anahim Lake | 388 km | $5,660 | $11/passenger |
| PWT - Bremerton | 395 km | $5,762 | $12/passenger |
| MWH - Grant County Airport | 397 km | $5,791 | $12/passenger |
| SKA - Spokane | 399 km | $5,821 | $12/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YKA 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 YKA
- 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 Kamloops
Kamloops 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 YKA
Traveling through Kamloops 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 YKA
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Kamloops Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YKA
- 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 YKA are YSN, YVE, YLW — consider these for potentially lower fares