YLJ - Meadow Lake Airport
Meadow Lake, Canada
IATA Code: YLJ · Meadow Lake, Canada
The airport code YLJ is the IATA identifier for Meadow Lake Airport. You may also find it referred to as Meadow Lake Airport (YLJ).
Meadow Lake Airport (YLJ) serves Meadow Lake, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YLJ is the IATA airport code for Meadow Lake Airport, located in Meadow Lake, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 54.1253°N, 108.5230°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
- YLJ
- City
- Meadow Lake
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Regina
- Latitude
- 54.1253°
- Longitude
- -108.5230°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YLJ
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YOD - Cold Lake | 118 km | $1,721 | $3/passenger |
| YLL - Lloydminster | 137 km | $1,999 | $4/passenger |
| YBY - Bonnyville | 146 km | $2,130 | $4/passenger |
| YQW - North Battleford | 152 km | $2,217 | $4/passenger |
| YVG - Vermillion | 174 km | $2,538 | $5/passenger |
| YVT - Buffalo Narrows | 191 km | $2,786 | $6/passenger |
| YPA - Prince Albert | 213 km | $3,107 | $6/passenger |
| YVC - La Ronge | 239 km | $3,487 | $7/passenger |
| YXE - Saskatoon | 249 km | $3,632 | $7/passenger |
| YKY - Kindersley | 293 km | $4,274 | $9/passenger |
| YCT - Coronation | 300 km | $4,376 | $9/passenger |
| YMM - Fort Mcmurray | 329 km | $4,799 | $10/passenger |
| YXD - Edmonton | 333 km | $4,858 | $10/passenger |
| YEG - Edmonton | 345 km | $5,033 | $10/passenger |
| YKJ - Key Lake | 393 km | $5,733 | $11/passenger |
| HZP - Wood Buffalo | 413 km | $6,025 | $12/passenger |
| YQF - Red Deer Industrial | 418 km | $6,098 | $12/passenger |
| YZH - Slave Lake | 422 km | $6,156 | $12/passenger |
| YYN - Swift Current | 430 km | $6,273 | $13/passenger |
| YHB - Hudson Bay | 436 km | $6,360 | $13/passenger |
| YFO - Flin Flon | 447 km | $6,521 | $13/passenger |
| YRM - Rocky Mountain House | 464 km | $6,769 | $14/passenger |
| YSD - Suffield | 466 km | $6,798 | $14/passenger |
| YMJ - Moose Jaw | 468 km | $6,827 | $14/passenger |
| YZU - Whitecourt | 473 km | $6,900 | $14/passenger |
| YXH - Medicine Hat | 481 km | $7,017 | $14/passenger |
| YQD - The Pas | 485 km | $7,075 | $14/passenger |
| YQR - Regina | 487 km | $7,104 | $14/passenger |
| XPK - Pukatawagan | 497 km | $7,250 | $15/passenger |
| YYC - Calgary | 500 km | $7,294 | $15/passenger |
| YQV - Yorkton | 517 km | $7,542 | $15/passenger |
| YET - Edson | 524 km | $7,644 | $15/passenger |
| ZJN - Swan River | 535 km | $7,805 | $16/passenger |
| YNL - Points North Landing | 537 km | $7,834 | $16/passenger |
| YPY - Fort Chipewyan | 540 km | $7,878 | $16/passenger |
| ZWL - Wollaston Lake | 553 km | $8,067 | $16/passenger |
| YYL - Lynn Lake | 559 km | $8,155 | $16/passenger |
| YBA - Banff | 573 km | $8,359 | $17/passenger |
| YQL - Lethbridge | 579 km | $8,446 | $17/passenger |
| ZFD - Fond-Du-Lac | 585 km | $8,534 | $17/passenger |
| YSF - Stony Rapids | 593 km | $8,651 | $17/passenger |
| YBT - Brochet | 596 km | $8,694 | $17/passenger |
| YLR - Leaf Rapids | 601 km | $8,767 | $18/passenger |
| YBE - Uranium City | 604 km | $8,811 | $18/passenger |
| YPE - Peace River | 612 km | $8,928 | $18/passenger |
| YJP - Hinton | 613 km | $8,942 | $18/passenger |
| HVR - Havre | 627 km | $9,147 | $18/passenger |
| WPC - Pincher Creek | 635 km | $9,263 | $19/passenger |
| XLB - Lac Brochet | 661 km | $9,643 | $19/passenger |
| YDN - Dauphin | 663 km | $9,672 | $19/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YLJ 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 YLJ
- 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 Meadow Lake
Meadow Lake 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 YLJ
Traveling through Meadow Lake 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 YLJ
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Meadow Lake Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YLJ
- 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 YLJ are YOD, YLL, YBY — consider these for potentially lower fares