YLD - Chapleau Airport
Chapleau, Canada
IATA Code: YLD · Chapleau, Canada
The airport code YLD is the IATA identifier for Chapleau Airport. You may also find it referred to as Chapleau Airport (YLD).
Chapleau Airport (YLD) serves Chapleau, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YLD is the IATA airport code for Chapleau Airport, located in Chapleau, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 47.8200°N, 83.3467°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
- YLD
- City
- Chapleau
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Toronto
- Latitude
- 47.8200°
- Longitude
- -83.3467°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YLD
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YXZ - Wawa | 109 km | $1,590 | $3/passenger |
| YTS - Timmins | 168 km | $2,451 | $5/passenger |
| YAM - Sault Sainte Marie | 173 km | $2,524 | $5/passenger |
| YEL - ELLIOT LAKE | 174 km | $2,538 | $5/passenger |
| YHN - Hornepayne | 185 km | $2,699 | $5/passenger |
| YYU - Kapuskasing | 189 km | $2,757 | $6/passenger |
| CIU - Sault Ste Marie | 194 km | $2,830 | $6/passenger |
| DRE - Drummond Island | 204 km | $2,976 | $6/passenger |
| YHF - Hearst | 212 km | $3,093 | $6/passenger |
| YZE - Gore Bay | 223 km | $3,253 | $7/passenger |
| YCN - Cochrane | 224 km | $3,268 | $7/passenger |
| YMG - Manitouwadge | 233 km | $3,399 | $7/passenger |
| YSB - Sudbury | 234 km | $3,414 | $7/passenger |
| YSP - Marathon | 245 km | $3,574 | $7/passenger |
| YEM - Manitowaning | 247 km | $3,603 | $7/passenger |
| YKX - Kirkland Lake | 254 km | $3,705 | $7/passenger |
| YXR - Earlton | 262 km | $3,822 | $8/passenger |
| PLN - Pellston | 273 km | $3,983 | $8/passenger |
| APN - Alpena | 305 km | $4,449 | $9/passenger |
| GLR - GAYLORD | 329 km | $4,799 | $10/passenger |
| YUY - Rouyn | 338 km | $4,931 | $10/passenger |
| YYB - North Bay | 338 km | $4,931 | $10/passenger |
| YGQ - Geraldton | 341 km | $4,975 | $10/passenger |
| MQT - Gwinn | 347 km | $5,062 | $10/passenger |
| YQN - Nakina | 359 km | $5,237 | $10/passenger |
| ESC - Escanaba | 368 km | $5,368 | $11/passenger |
| OSC - Oscoda | 375 km | $5,471 | $11/passenger |
| YVV - Wiarton | 383 km | $5,587 | $11/passenger |
| TVC - Traverse City | 383 km | $5,587 | $11/passenger |
| YEY - Amos | 387 km | $5,646 | $11/passenger |
| ECA - East Tawas | 390 km | $5,689 | $11/passenger |
| YPD - Parry Sound | 392 km | $5,718 | $11/passenger |
| CMX - Hancock | 393 km | $5,733 | $11/passenger |
| HTL - Houghton Lake | 398 km | $5,806 | $12/passenger |
| YOS - Owen Sound | 408 km | $5,952 | $12/passenger |
| YVO - Val D'''or | 415 km | $6,054 | $12/passenger |
| IMT - Iron Mountain | 426 km | $6,214 | $12/passenger |
| YMO - Moosonee | 434 km | $6,331 | $13/passenger |
| GDW - Gladwin | 437 km | $6,375 | $13/passenger |
| YQA - Muskoka | 443 km | $6,462 | $13/passenger |
| MNM - Macon | 445 km | $6,492 | $13/passenger |
| YQT - Thunder Bay | 448 km | $6,535 | $13/passenger |
| MBL - Manistee | 453 km | $6,608 | $13/passenger |
| YNM - Matagami | 460 km | $6,710 | $13/passenger |
| YOG - Ogoki Post | 465 km | $6,783 | $14/passenger |
| YLK - Barrie-Orillia | 472 km | $6,886 | $14/passenger |
| MBS - Saginaw | 480 km | $7,002 | $14/passenger |
| YYW - Armstrong | 489 km | $7,134 | $14/passenger |
| LDM - Ludington | 490 km | $7,148 | $14/passenger |
| EGV - Eagle River | 496 km | $7,236 | $14/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YLD 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 YLD
- 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 Chapleau
Chapleau 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 YLD
Traveling through Chapleau 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 YLD
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Chapleau Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YLD
- 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 YLD are YXZ, YTS, YAM — consider these for potentially lower fares