YPQ - Peterborough Airport
Peterborough, Canada
IATA Code: YPQ · Peterborough, Canada
The airport code YPQ is the IATA identifier for Peterborough Airport. You may also find it referred to as Peterborough Airport (YPQ).
Peterborough Airport (YPQ) serves Peterborough, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YPQ is the IATA airport code for Peterborough Airport, located in Peterborough, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 44.2300°N, 78.3633°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
- YPQ
- City
- Peterborough
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Toronto
- Latitude
- 44.2300°
- Longitude
- -78.3633°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YPQ
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YOO - Oshawa | 55 km | $802 | $2/passenger |
| YTR - Trenton | 68 km | $992 | $2/passenger |
| YKZ - Toronto | 90 km | $1,313 | $3/passenger |
| YLK - Barrie-Orillia | 99 km | $1,444 | $3/passenger |
| YZD - Toronto | 104 km | $1,517 | $3/passenger |
| YTZ - Toronto | 106 km | $1,546 | $3/passenger |
| YQA - Muskoka | 111 km | $1,619 | $3/passenger |
| YYZ - Toronto | 119 km | $1,736 | $3/passenger |
| YCM - Saint Catherines | 132 km | $1,926 | $4/passenger |
| IAG - Niagara Falls | 133 km | $1,940 | $4/passenger |
| ROC - Rochester | 135 km | $1,969 | $4/passenger |
| YGK - Kingston | 141 km | $2,057 | $4/passenger |
| BUF - Buffalo | 146 km | $2,130 | $4/passenger |
| YPD - Parry Sound | 163 km | $2,378 | $5/passenger |
| YHM - Hamilton | 173 km | $2,524 | $5/passenger |
| DU9 - Dunnville | 181 km | $2,640 | $5/passenger |
| YKF - Waterloo | 183 km | $2,670 | $5/passenger |
| ART - Watertown | 189 km | $2,757 | $6/passenger |
| YOS - Owen Sound | 201 km | $2,932 | $6/passenger |
| YTA - Pembroke | 202 km | $2,947 | $6/passenger |
| DKK - Dunkirk | 207 km | $3,020 | $6/passenger |
| YWA - Petawawa | 208 km | $3,034 | $6/passenger |
| YSH - Smiths Falls | 208 km | $3,034 | $6/passenger |
| SYR - Syracuse | 220 km | $3,209 | $6/passenger |
| YVV - Wiarton | 225 km | $3,282 | $7/passenger |
| OGS - Ogdensburg | 235 km | $3,428 | $7/passenger |
| JHW - Jamestown | 242 km | $3,530 | $7/passenger |
| YOW - Ottawa | 245 km | $3,574 | $7/passenger |
| ITH - Ithaca | 247 km | $3,603 | $7/passenger |
| YYB - North Bay | 251 km | $3,662 | $7/passenger |
| YRO - Ottawa | 254 km | $3,705 | $7/passenger |
| ELM - Elmira | 259 km | $3,778 | $8/passenger |
| YXU - London | 261 km | $3,807 | $8/passenger |
| RME - Rome | 262 km | $3,822 | $8/passenger |
| YND - Gatineau | 263 km | $3,837 | $8/passenger |
| BFD - Bradford | 271 km | $3,953 | $8/passenger |
| YCE - Centralia | 274 km | $3,997 | $8/passenger |
| YQS - St Thomas | 275 km | $4,012 | $8/passenger |
| ERI - Erie | 280 km | $4,085 | $8/passenger |
| MSS - Massena | 289 km | $4,216 | $8/passenger |
| YMW - Maniwaki | 293 km | $4,274 | $9/passenger |
| BGM - Binghamton | 296 km | $4,318 | $9/passenger |
| YCC - Cornwall | 315 km | $4,595 | $9/passenger |
| YSB - Sudbury | 327 km | $4,770 | $10/passenger |
| YEM - Manitowaning | 328 km | $4,785 | $10/passenger |
| SLK - Saranac Lake | 331 km | $4,829 | $10/passenger |
| FKL - Franklin | 340 km | $4,960 | $10/passenger |
| DUJ - Du Bois | 342 km | $4,989 | $10/passenger |
| YZR - Sarnia | 346 km | $5,047 | $10/passenger |
| LKP - Lake Placid | 351 km | $5,120 | $10/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YPQ 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 YPQ
- 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 Peterborough
Peterborough 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 YPQ
Traveling through Peterborough 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 YPQ
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Peterborough Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YPQ
- 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 YPQ are YOO, YTR, YKZ — consider these for potentially lower fares