YPL - Pickle Lake Airport
Pickle Lake, Canada
IATA Code: YPL · Pickle Lake, Canada
The airport code YPL is the IATA identifier for Pickle Lake Airport. You may also find it referred to as Pickle Lake Airport (YPL).
Pickle Lake Airport (YPL) serves Pickle Lake, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YPL is the IATA airport code for Pickle Lake Airport, located in Pickle Lake, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 51.4464°N, 90.2142°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
- YPL
- City
- Pickle Lake
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Coral_Harbour
- Latitude
- 51.4464°
- Longitude
- -90.2142°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YPL
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YAC - Cat Lake | 116 km | $1,692 | $3/passenger |
| YBS - Musselwhite Mine | 129 km | $1,882 | $4/passenger |
| YYW - Armstrong | 158 km | $2,305 | $5/passenger |
| YFH - Fort Hope | 160 km | $2,334 | $5/passenger |
| WNN - Wunnumin Lake | 173 km | $2,524 | $5/passenger |
| KIF - Kingfisher Lake | 176 km | $2,567 | $5/passenger |
| YLH - Lansdowne House | 177 km | $2,582 | $5/passenger |
| SUR - Summer Beaver | 181 km | $2,640 | $5/passenger |
| ZRJ - Round Lake | 183 km | $2,670 | $5/passenger |
| YXL - Sioux Lookout | 190 km | $2,772 | $6/passenger |
| YNO - North Spirit Lake | 222 km | $3,239 | $6/passenger |
| MSA - Muskrat Dam | 245 km | $3,574 | $7/passenger |
| KEW - Keewaywin | 248 km | $3,618 | $7/passenger |
| ZUC - Ignace | 248 km | $3,618 | $7/passenger |
| YHD - Dryden | 253 km | $3,691 | $7/passenger |
| YRL - Red Lake | 253 km | $3,691 | $7/passenger |
| XKS - Kasabonika | 254 km | $3,705 | $7/passenger |
| YWP - Webequie | 256 km | $3,735 | $7/passenger |
| YPM - Pikangikum | 263 km | $3,837 | $8/passenger |
| YTL - Big Trout Lake | 265 km | $3,866 | $8/passenger |
| YAX - Angling Lake | 271 km | $3,953 | $8/passenger |
| ZSJ - Sandy Lake | 279 km | $4,070 | $8/passenger |
| YQN - Nakina | 284 km | $4,143 | $8/passenger |
| XBE - Bearskin Lake | 285 km | $4,158 | $8/passenger |
| YHP - Poplar Hill | 288 km | $4,201 | $8/passenger |
| YVZ - Deer Lake | 295 km | $4,303 | $9/passenger |
| YGQ - Geraldton | 296 km | $4,318 | $9/passenger |
| YOG - Ogoki Post | 299 km | $4,362 | $9/passenger |
| ZPB - Sachigo Lake | 303 km | $4,420 | $9/passenger |
| YIB - Atikokan | 314 km | $4,581 | $9/passenger |
| YQK - Kenora | 346 km | $5,047 | $10/passenger |
| YQT - Thunder Bay | 348 km | $5,077 | $10/passenger |
| ZGR - Little Grand Rapids | 368 km | $5,368 | $11/passenger |
| YRS - Red Sucker Lake | 377 km | $5,500 | $11/passenger |
| YAG - Fort Frances | 386 km | $5,631 | $11/passenger |
| INL - International Falls | 393 km | $5,733 | $11/passenger |
| GRM - Grand Marais | 401 km | $5,850 | $12/passenger |
| YIV - Island Lake | 402 km | $5,864 | $12/passenger |
| YMG - Manitouwadge | 406 km | $5,923 | $12/passenger |
| YSP - Marathon | 407 km | $5,937 | $12/passenger |
| YST - St. Theresa Point | 411 km | $5,996 | $12/passenger |
| LYU - Ely | 419 km | $6,112 | $12/passenger |
| BDE - Baudette | 436 km | $6,360 | $13/passenger |
| YGO - Gods Lake Narrows | 449 km | $6,550 | $13/passenger |
| ZGI - Gods River | 457 km | $6,667 | $13/passenger |
| YHN - Hornepayne | 461 km | $6,725 | $13/passenger |
| YBV - Berens River | 478 km | $6,973 | $14/passenger |
| YGM - Gimli | 486 km | $7,090 | $14/passenger |
| HIB - Hibbing | 490 km | $7,148 | $14/passenger |
| CMX - Hancock | 492 km | $7,177 | $14/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YPL 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 YPL
- 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 Pickle Lake
Pickle 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 YPL
Traveling through Pickle 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 YPL
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Pickle Lake Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YPL
- 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 YPL are YAC, YBS, YYW — consider these for potentially lower fares