YKJ - Key Lake Airport
Key Lake, Canada
IATA Code: YKJ · Key Lake, Canada
The airport code YKJ is the IATA identifier for Key Lake Airport. You may also find it referred to as Key Lake Airport (YKJ).
Key Lake Airport (YKJ) serves Key Lake, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YKJ is the IATA airport code for Key Lake Airport, located in Key Lake, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 57.2561°N, 105.6180°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
- YKJ
- City
- Key Lake
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- N
- Latitude
- 57.2561°
- Longitude
- -105.6180°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YKJ
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YNL - Points North Landing | 146 km | $2,130 | $4/passenger |
| ZWL - Wollaston Lake | 173 km | $2,524 | $5/passenger |
| YSF - Stony Rapids | 222 km | $3,239 | $6/passenger |
| YVT - Buffalo Narrows | 233 km | $3,399 | $7/passenger |
| YVC - La Ronge | 235 km | $3,428 | $7/passenger |
| YBT - Brochet | 245 km | $3,574 | $7/passenger |
| ZFD - Fond-Du-Lac | 248 km | $3,618 | $7/passenger |
| YYL - Lynn Lake | 278 km | $4,055 | $8/passenger |
| XLB - Lac Brochet | 288 km | $4,201 | $8/passenger |
| YBE - Uranium City | 306 km | $4,464 | $9/passenger |
| XPK - Pukatawagan | 315 km | $4,595 | $9/passenger |
| YMM - Fort Mcmurray | 346 km | $5,047 | $10/passenger |
| YLR - Leaf Rapids | 352 km | $5,135 | $10/passenger |
| YPY - Fort Chipewyan | 365 km | $5,325 | $11/passenger |
| HZP - Wood Buffalo | 365 km | $5,325 | $11/passenger |
| YFO - Flin Flon | 377 km | $5,500 | $11/passenger |
| YLJ - Meadow Lake | 393 km | $5,733 | $11/passenger |
| XSI - South Indian Lake | 409 km | $5,966 | $12/passenger |
| YOD - Cold Lake | 430 km | $6,273 | $13/passenger |
| YPA - Prince Albert | 449 km | $6,550 | $13/passenger |
| XTL - Tadoule Lake | 449 km | $6,550 | $13/passenger |
| YBY - Bonnyville | 459 km | $6,696 | $13/passenger |
| YQD - The Pas | 463 km | $6,754 | $14/passenger |
| YSM - Fort Smith | 478 km | $6,973 | $14/passenger |
| YTH - Thompson | 502 km | $7,323 | $15/passenger |
| YLL - Lloydminster | 521 km | $7,600 | $15/passenger |
| YQW - North Battleford | 526 km | $7,673 | $15/passenger |
| YTD - Thicket Portage | 533 km | $7,775 | $16/passenger |
| YHB - Hudson Bay | 537 km | $7,834 | $16/passenger |
| YVG - Vermillion | 544 km | $7,936 | $16/passenger |
| PIW - Pikwitonei | 552 km | $8,053 | $16/passenger |
| ZJG - Jenpeg | 561 km | $8,184 | $16/passenger |
| YXE - Saskatoon | 570 km | $8,315 | $17/passenger |
| YCR - Cross Lake | 570 km | $8,315 | $17/passenger |
| KES - Kelsey | 573 km | $8,359 | $17/passenger |
| ZAC - York Landing | 596 km | $8,694 | $17/passenger |
| YZH - Slave Lake | 606 km | $8,840 | $18/passenger |
| YNE - Norway House | 610 km | $8,899 | $18/passenger |
| ILF - Ilford | 625 km | $9,118 | $18/passenger |
| YFR - Fort Resolution | 633 km | $9,234 | $18/passenger |
| ZJN - Swan River | 636 km | $9,278 | $19/passenger |
| YSG - Lutselk'''e | 640 km | $9,336 | $19/passenger |
| YXD - Edmonton | 645 km | $9,409 | $19/passenger |
| YEG - Edmonton | 668 km | $9,745 | $19/passenger |
| YGX - Gillam | 671 km | $9,789 | $20/passenger |
| YKY - Kindersley | 678 km | $9,891 | $20/passenger |
| YCT - Coronation | 687 km | $10,022 | $20/passenger |
| YOH - Oxford House | 690 km | $10,066 | $20/passenger |
| YOJ - High Level | 697 km | $10,168 | $20/passenger |
| YQV - Yorkton | 697 km | $10,168 | $20/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YKJ 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 YKJ
- 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 Key Lake
Key Lake has a subarctic or polar climate with long, cold winters and brief, cool summers. Winter temperatures can drop well below -20°C (-4°F), and severe weather can impact flight operations. During winter months, it's advisable to monitor weather forecasts closely and allow extra time for potential delays or diversions.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through YKJ
YKJ provides air connectivity for Key Lake, 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 YKJ
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Key Lake Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YKJ
- 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 YKJ are YNL, ZWL, YSF — consider these for potentially lower fares