YKF - Waterloo Airport
Waterloo, Canada
IATA Code: YKF · Waterloo, Canada
The airport code YKF is the IATA identifier for Waterloo Airport. You may also find it referred to as Waterloo Airport (YKF).
Waterloo Airport (YKF) serves Waterloo, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YKF is the IATA airport code for Waterloo Airport, located in Waterloo, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 43.4608°N, 80.3786°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
- YKF
- City
- Waterloo
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Toronto
- Latitude
- 43.4608°
- Longitude
- -80.3786°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YKF
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YHM - Hamilton | 48 km | $700 | $1/passenger |
| YYZ - Toronto | 65 km | $948 | $2/passenger |
| YXU - London | 79 km | $1,152 | $2/passenger |
| YZD - Toronto | 80 km | $1,167 | $2/passenger |
| YTZ - Toronto | 81 km | $1,182 | $2/passenger |
| DU9 - Dunnville | 91 km | $1,328 | $3/passenger |
| YKZ - Toronto | 93 km | $1,357 | $3/passenger |
| YCE - Centralia | 93 km | $1,357 | $3/passenger |
| YQS - St Thomas | 97 km | $1,415 | $3/passenger |
| YCM - Saint Catherines | 102 km | $1,488 | $3/passenger |
| IAG - Niagara Falls | 122 km | $1,780 | $4/passenger |
| YOO - Oshawa | 130 km | $1,896 | $4/passenger |
| YOS - Owen Sound | 131 km | $1,911 | $4/passenger |
| YLK - Barrie-Orillia | 132 km | $1,926 | $4/passenger |
| DKK - Dunkirk | 140 km | $2,042 | $4/passenger |
| BUF - Buffalo | 145 km | $2,115 | $4/passenger |
| YVV - Wiarton | 154 km | $2,247 | $4/passenger |
| ERI - Erie | 154 km | $2,247 | $4/passenger |
| YZR - Sarnia | 165 km | $2,407 | $5/passenger |
| JHW - Jamestown | 172 km | $2,509 | $5/passenger |
| YPQ - Peterborough | 183 km | $2,670 | $5/passenger |
| PHN - Port Huron | 185 km | $2,699 | $5/passenger |
| YQA - Muskoka | 189 km | $2,757 | $6/passenger |
| YPD - Parry Sound | 204 km | $2,976 | $6/passenger |
| LNN - Willoughby | 214 km | $3,122 | $6/passenger |
| MTC - Mount Clemens | 221 km | $3,224 | $6/passenger |
| ROC - Rochester | 222 km | $3,239 | $6/passenger |
| CGF - Richmond Heights | 230 km | $3,355 | $7/passenger |
| BFD - Bradford | 233 km | $3,399 | $7/passenger |
| FKL - Franklin | 235 km | $3,428 | $7/passenger |
| YTR - Trenton | 240 km | $3,501 | $7/passenger |
| BKL - Cleveland | 241 km | $3,516 | $7/passenger |
| DET - Detroit | 244 km | $3,559 | $7/passenger |
| YNG - Youngstown | 246 km | $3,589 | $7/passenger |
| YQG - Windsor | 248 km | $3,618 | $7/passenger |
| CLE - Cleveland | 258 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| ECA - East Tawas | 262 km | $3,822 | $8/passenger |
| PTK - Pontiac | 262 km | $3,822 | $8/passenger |
| OSC - Oscoda | 265 km | $3,866 | $8/passenger |
| FNT - Flint | 278 km | $4,055 | $8/passenger |
| DTW - Detroit | 279 km | $4,070 | $8/passenger |
| DUJ - Du Bois | 281 km | $4,099 | $8/passenger |
| AKC - Akron | 284 km | $4,143 | $8/passenger |
| YEM - Manitowaning | 290 km | $4,231 | $8/passenger |
| YIP - Detroit | 291 km | $4,245 | $8/passenger |
| SKY - Sandusky | 293 km | $4,274 | $9/passenger |
| CAK - Akron | 296 km | $4,318 | $9/passenger |
| MBS - Saginaw | 299 km | $4,362 | $9/passenger |
| BFP - Beaver Falls | 299 km | $4,362 | $9/passenger |
| ARB - Ann Arbor | 307 km | $4,479 | $9/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YKF 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 YKF
- 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 Waterloo
Waterloo 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 YKF
Traveling through Waterloo 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 YKF
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Waterloo Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YKF
- 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 YKF are YHM, YYZ, YXU — consider these for potentially lower fares