YME - Matane Airport
Matane, Canada
IATA Code: YME · Matane, Canada
The airport code YME is the IATA identifier for Matane Airport. You may also find it referred to as Matane Airport (YME).
Matane Airport (YME) serves Matane, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YME is the IATA airport code for Matane Airport, located in Matane, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 48.8569°N, 67.4533°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
- YME
- City
- Matane
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- N
- Latitude
- 48.8569°
- Longitude
- -67.4533°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YME
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YYY - Mont Joli | 62 km | $904 | $2/passenger |
| YBC - Baie Comeau | 63 km | $919 | $2/passenger |
| YXK - Rimouski | 87 km | $1,269 | $3/passenger |
| YFE - Forestville | 121 km | $1,765 | $4/passenger |
| YCL - Charlo | 127 km | $1,853 | $4/passenger |
| YVB - Bonaventure | 171 km | $2,495 | $5/passenger |
| YZV - Sept-iles | 174 km | $2,538 | $5/passenger |
| ZBF - Bathurst | 186 km | $2,713 | $5/passenger |
| WFK - Frenchville | 186 km | $2,713 | $5/passenger |
| YSL - St Leonard | 191 km | $2,786 | $6/passenger |
| YRI - Riviere Du Loup | 199 km | $2,903 | $6/passenger |
| YGP - Gaspe | 218 km | $3,180 | $6/passenger |
| CAR - Caribou | 225 km | $3,282 | $7/passenger |
| PQI - Presque Isle | 245 km | $3,574 | $7/passenger |
| YML - Charlevoix | 248 km | $3,618 | $7/passenger |
| YCH - Chatham | 254 km | $3,705 | $7/passenger |
| YPN - Port Menier | 254 km | $3,705 | $7/passenger |
| YBG - Bagotville | 267 km | $3,895 | $8/passenger |
| HUL - Houlton | 305 km | $4,449 | $9/passenger |
| YTF - Alma | 310 km | $4,522 | $9/passenger |
| YGV - Havre-Saint-Pierre | 319 km | $4,654 | $9/passenger |
| YFC - Fredericton | 339 km | $4,945 | $10/passenger |
| YRJ - Roberval | 355 km | $5,179 | $10/passenger |
| YDO - Dolbeau-St-Félicien | 360 km | $5,252 | $11/passenger |
| YQM - Moncton | 370 km | $5,398 | $11/passenger |
| YQB - Quebec | 373 km | $5,441 | $11/passenger |
| YSU - Summerside | 382 km | $5,573 | $11/passenger |
| YSJ - St. John | 411 km | $5,996 | $12/passenger |
| YYG - Charlottetown | 432 km | $6,302 | $13/passenger |
| YNA - Natashquan | 435 km | $6,346 | $13/passenger |
| YGR - Iles De La Madeleine | 450 km | $6,565 | $13/passenger |
| YWK - Wabush | 454 km | $6,623 | $13/passenger |
| BGR - Bangor | 462 km | $6,740 | $13/passenger |
| ZKG - Kegaska | 471 km | $6,871 | $14/passenger |
| YZX - Greenwood | 472 km | $6,886 | $14/passenger |
| YRQ - Trois Rivieres | 480 km | $7,002 | $14/passenger |
| BHB - Bar Harbor | 495 km | $7,221 | $14/passenger |
| YDG - Digby | 496 km | $7,236 | $14/passenger |
| YSC - Sherbrooke | 497 km | $7,250 | $15/passenger |
| ZGS - La Romaine | 513 km | $7,484 | $15/passenger |
| YMT - Chibougamau | 523 km | $7,630 | $15/passenger |
| YHZ - Halifax | 534 km | $7,790 | $16/passenger |
| AUG - Augusta | 535 km | $7,805 | $16/passenger |
| RKD - Rockland | 548 km | $7,994 | $16/passenger |
| ZBM - Bromont | 563 km | $8,213 | $16/passenger |
| YQI - Yarmouth | 569 km | $8,301 | $17/passenger |
| ZUM - Churchill Falls | 573 km | $8,359 | $17/passenger |
| LEW - Lewiston | 577 km | $8,417 | $17/passenger |
| YPS - Port Hawkesbury | 581 km | $8,476 | $17/passenger |
| YHU - Montreal | 584 km | $8,519 | $17/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YME 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 YME
- 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 Matane
Matane 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 YME
YME provides air connectivity for Matane, 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 YME
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Matane Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YME
- 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 YME are YYY, YBC, YXK — consider these for potentially lower fares