YMM - Fort McMurray Airport
Fort Mcmurray, Canada
IATA Code: YMM · Fort Mcmurray, Canada
The airport code YMM is the IATA identifier for Fort McMurray Airport. You may also find it referred to as Fort Mcmurray Airport (YMM).
Fort McMurray Airport (YMM) serves Fort Mcmurray, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YMM is the IATA airport code for Fort McMurray Airport, located in Fort Mcmurray, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 56.6533°N, 111.2220°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
- YMM
- City
- Fort Mcmurray
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Edmonton
- Latitude
- 56.6533°
- Longitude
- -111.2220°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YMM
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| HZP - Wood Buffalo | 86 km | $1,255 | $3/passenger |
| YVT - Buffalo Narrows | 195 km | $2,845 | $6/passenger |
| YPY - Fort Chipewyan | 235 km | $3,428 | $7/passenger |
| YOD - Cold Lake | 257 km | $3,749 | $7/passenger |
| YBY - Bonnyville | 263 km | $3,837 | $8/passenger |
| YZH - Slave Lake | 268 km | $3,910 | $8/passenger |
| YLJ - Meadow Lake | 329 km | $4,799 | $10/passenger |
| YKJ - Key Lake | 346 km | $5,047 | $10/passenger |
| YBE - Uranium City | 361 km | $5,266 | $11/passenger |
| YVG - Vermillion | 368 km | $5,368 | $11/passenger |
| YXD - Edmonton | 372 km | $5,427 | $11/passenger |
| YSM - Fort Smith | 377 km | $5,500 | $11/passenger |
| YLL - Lloydminster | 379 km | $5,529 | $11/passenger |
| ZFD - Fond-Du-Lac | 381 km | $5,558 | $11/passenger |
| YPE - Peace River | 385 km | $5,616 | $11/passenger |
| YEG - Edmonton | 401 km | $5,850 | $12/passenger |
| YZU - Whitecourt | 401 km | $5,850 | $12/passenger |
| YVC - La Ronge | 407 km | $5,937 | $12/passenger |
| YOJ - High Level | 416 km | $6,069 | $12/passenger |
| YSF - Stony Rapids | 429 km | $6,258 | $13/passenger |
| YNL - Points North Landing | 463 km | $6,754 | $14/passenger |
| YQW - North Battleford | 472 km | $6,886 | $14/passenger |
| YET - Edson | 477 km | $6,958 | $14/passenger |
| YQU - Grande Prairie | 505 km | $7,367 | $15/passenger |
| YCT - Coronation | 509 km | $7,425 | $15/passenger |
| ZWL - Wollaston Lake | 509 km | $7,425 | $15/passenger |
| YPA - Prince Albert | 521 km | $7,600 | $15/passenger |
| YFR - Fort Resolution | 523 km | $7,630 | $15/passenger |
| YQF - Red Deer Industrial | 526 km | $7,673 | $15/passenger |
| YRM - Rocky Mountain House | 526 km | $7,673 | $15/passenger |
| YOP - Rainbow Lake | 529 km | $7,717 | $15/passenger |
| YHY - Hay River | 534 km | $7,790 | $16/passenger |
| YJP - Hinton | 557 km | $8,126 | $16/passenger |
| YDQ - Dawson Creek | 563 km | $8,213 | $16/passenger |
| YXE - Saskatoon | 578 km | $8,432 | $17/passenger |
| YKY - Kindersley | 586 km | $8,549 | $17/passenger |
| YXJ - Fort Saint John | 586 km | $8,549 | $17/passenger |
| YBT - Brochet | 589 km | $8,592 | $17/passenger |
| YYL - Lynn Lake | 618 km | $9,015 | $18/passenger |
| XLB - Lac Brochet | 620 km | $9,045 | $18/passenger |
| XPK - Pukatawagan | 623 km | $9,088 | $18/passenger |
| YFO - Flin Flon | 637 km | $9,293 | $19/passenger |
| YSG - Lutselk'''e | 642 km | $9,365 | $19/passenger |
| YYC - Calgary | 643 km | $9,380 | $19/passenger |
| YCQ - Chetwynd | 652 km | $9,511 | $19/passenger |
| YBA - Banff | 668 km | $9,745 | $19/passenger |
| YZF - Yellowknife | 671 km | $9,789 | $20/passenger |
| YLR - Leaf Rapids | 688 km | $10,037 | $20/passenger |
| YQD - The Pas | 706 km | $10,299 | $21/passenger |
| YSD - Suffield | 710 km | $10,357 | $21/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YMM 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 YMM
- 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 Fort Mcmurray
Fort Mcmurray 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 YMM
Traveling through Fort Mcmurray 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 YMM
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Fort McMurray Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YMM
- 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 YMM are HZP, YVT, YPY — consider these for potentially lower fares