YKY - Kindersley Airport
Kindersley, Canada
IATA Code: YKY · Kindersley, Canada
The airport code YKY is the IATA identifier for Kindersley Airport. You may also find it referred to as Kindersley Airport (YKY).
Kindersley Airport (YKY) serves Kindersley, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YKY is the IATA airport code for Kindersley Airport, located in Kindersley, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 51.5175°N, 109.1810°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
- YKY
- City
- Kindersley
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Regina
- Latitude
- 51.5175°
- Longitude
- -109.1810°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YKY
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YQW - North Battleford | 153 km | $2,232 | $4/passenger |
| YCT - Coronation | 168 km | $2,451 | $5/passenger |
| YYN - Swift Current | 172 km | $2,509 | $5/passenger |
| YXE - Saskatoon | 185 km | $2,699 | $5/passenger |
| YSD - Suffield | 198 km | $2,888 | $6/passenger |
| YXH - Medicine Hat | 199 km | $2,903 | $6/passenger |
| YLL - Lloydminster | 208 km | $3,034 | $6/passenger |
| YVG - Vermillion | 233 km | $3,399 | $7/passenger |
| YMJ - Moose Jaw | 286 km | $4,172 | $8/passenger |
| YLJ - Meadow Lake | 293 km | $4,274 | $9/passenger |
| YPA - Prince Albert | 304 km | $4,435 | $9/passenger |
| YBY - Bonnyville | 327 km | $4,770 | $10/passenger |
| YOD - Cold Lake | 329 km | $4,799 | $10/passenger |
| YQL - Lethbridge | 331 km | $4,829 | $10/passenger |
| YQF - Red Deer Industrial | 332 km | $4,843 | $10/passenger |
| HVR - Havre | 333 km | $4,858 | $10/passenger |
| YQR - Regina | 338 km | $4,931 | $10/passenger |
| YYC - Calgary | 339 km | $4,945 | $10/passenger |
| YEG - Edmonton | 359 km | $5,237 | $10/passenger |
| YXD - Edmonton | 372 km | $5,427 | $11/passenger |
| CTB - Cutbank | 396 km | $5,777 | $12/passenger |
| YRM - Rocky Mountain House | 405 km | $5,908 | $12/passenger |
| WPC - Pincher Creek | 406 km | $5,923 | $12/passenger |
| GGW - Glasgow | 411 km | $5,996 | $12/passenger |
| YBA - Banff | 443 km | $6,462 | $13/passenger |
| OLF - Wolf Point | 460 km | $6,710 | $13/passenger |
| YQV - Yorkton | 467 km | $6,813 | $14/passenger |
| GTF - Great Falls | 476 km | $6,944 | $14/passenger |
| YVC - La Ronge | 480 km | $7,002 | $14/passenger |
| YVT - Buffalo Narrows | 483 km | $7,046 | $14/passenger |
| YHB - Hudson Bay | 490 km | $7,148 | $14/passenger |
| LWT - Lewistown | 497 km | $7,250 | $15/passenger |
| FCA - Kalispell | 509 km | $7,425 | $15/passenger |
| YEN - Estevan | 510 km | $7,440 | $15/passenger |
| YXC - Cranbrook | 512 km | $7,469 | $15/passenger |
| YZU - Whitecourt | 531 km | $7,746 | $15/passenger |
| YET - Edson | 543 km | $7,921 | $16/passenger |
| ISN - Williston | 543 km | $7,921 | $16/passenger |
| ZJN - Swan River | 550 km | $8,023 | $16/passenger |
| SDY - Sidney | 555 km | $8,096 | $16/passenger |
| YZH - Slave Lake | 560 km | $8,169 | $16/passenger |
| GDV - Glendive | 581 km | $8,476 | $17/passenger |
| HLN - Helena | 583 km | $8,505 | $17/passenger |
| YMM - Fort Mcmurray | 586 km | $8,549 | $17/passenger |
| YQD - The Pas | 609 km | $8,884 | $18/passenger |
| YFO - Flin Flon | 611 km | $8,913 | $18/passenger |
| YJP - Hinton | 614 km | $8,957 | $18/passenger |
| MLS - Miles City | 615 km | $8,972 | $18/passenger |
| MSO - Missoula | 623 km | $9,088 | $18/passenger |
| YRV - Revelstoke | 629 km | $9,176 | $18/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YKY 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 YKY
- 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 Kindersley
Kindersley 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 YKY
Traveling through Kindersley 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 YKY
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Kindersley Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YKY
- 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 YKY are YQW, YCT, YYN — consider these for potentially lower fares