YPS - Port Hawkesbury Airport
Port Hawkesbury, Canada
IATA Code: YPS · Port Hawkesbury, Canada
The airport code YPS is the IATA identifier for Port Hawkesbury Airport. You may also find it referred to as Port Hawkesbury Airport (YPS).
Port Hawkesbury Airport (YPS) serves Port Hawkesbury, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YPS is the IATA airport code for Port Hawkesbury Airport, located in Port Hawkesbury, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 45.6567°N, 61.3681°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
- YPS
- City
- Port Hawkesbury
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- N
- Latitude
- 45.6567°
- Longitude
- -61.3681°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YPS
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YQY - Sydney | 117 km | $1,707 | $3/passenger |
| YYG - Charlottetown | 153 km | $2,232 | $4/passenger |
| YHZ - Halifax | 188 km | $2,743 | $5/passenger |
| YGR - Iles De La Madeleine | 199 km | $2,903 | $6/passenger |
| YSU - Summerside | 209 km | $3,049 | $6/passenger |
| YQM - Moncton | 261 km | $3,807 | $8/passenger |
| YZX - Greenwood | 287 km | $4,187 | $8/passenger |
| YCH - Chatham | 347 km | $5,062 | $10/passenger |
| YSJ - St. John | 355 km | $5,179 | $10/passenger |
| YDG - Digby | 368 km | $5,368 | $11/passenger |
| YJT - Stephenville | 385 km | $5,616 | $11/passenger |
| ZBF - Bathurst | 399 km | $5,821 | $12/passenger |
| YFC - Fredericton | 402 km | $5,864 | $12/passenger |
| YVB - Bonaventure | 411 km | $5,996 | $12/passenger |
| MQC - Miquelon | 415 km | $6,054 | $12/passenger |
| FSP - St.-pierre | 418 km | $6,098 | $12/passenger |
| YGP - Gaspe | 419 km | $6,112 | $12/passenger |
| YQI - Yarmouth | 425 km | $6,200 | $12/passenger |
| YCL - Charlo | 458 km | $6,681 | $13/passenger |
| YDF - Deer Lake | 495 km | $7,221 | $14/passenger |
| HUL - Houlton | 500 km | $7,294 | $15/passenger |
| YNA - Natashquan | 505 km | $7,367 | $15/passenger |
| ZKG - Kegaska | 505 km | $7,367 | $15/passenger |
| YPN - Port Menier | 513 km | $7,484 | $15/passenger |
| ZGS - La Romaine | 514 km | $7,498 | $15/passenger |
| YSL - St Leonard | 523 km | $7,630 | $15/passenger |
| PQI - Presque Isle | 527 km | $7,688 | $15/passenger |
| CAR - Caribou | 529 km | $7,717 | $15/passenger |
| YGV - Havre-Saint-Pierre | 541 km | $7,892 | $16/passenger |
| YHR - Chevery | 550 km | $8,023 | $16/passenger |
| WFK - Frenchville | 562 km | $8,198 | $16/passenger |
| BHB - Bar Harbor | 565 km | $8,242 | $16/passenger |
| ZTB - Tête-à-la-Baleine | 577 km | $8,417 | $17/passenger |
| YME - Matane | 581 km | $8,476 | $17/passenger |
| BGR - Bangor | 592 km | $8,636 | $17/passenger |
| ZLT - La Tabatière | 602 km | $8,782 | $18/passenger |
| YYY - Mont Joli | 612 km | $8,928 | $18/passenger |
| YXK - Rimouski | 624 km | $9,103 | $18/passenger |
| YZV - Sept-iles | 625 km | $9,118 | $18/passenger |
| YQX - Gander | 629 km | $9,176 | $18/passenger |
| RKD - Rockland | 634 km | $9,249 | $18/passenger |
| YBC - Baie Comeau | 643 km | $9,380 | $19/passenger |
| YIF - St-Augustin | 649 km | $9,468 | $19/passenger |
| YRI - Riviere Du Loup | 668 km | $9,745 | $19/passenger |
| YFE - Forestville | 677 km | $9,876 | $20/passenger |
| AUG - Augusta | 679 km | $9,905 | $20/passenger |
| YYT - St. John'''s | 693 km | $10,109 | $20/passenger |
| NHZ - Brunswick | 704 km | $10,270 | $21/passenger |
| YML - Charlevoix | 709 km | $10,343 | $21/passenger |
| YBX - Lourdes-De-Blanc-Sablon | 713 km | $10,401 | $21/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YPS 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 YPS
- 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 Port Hawkesbury
Port Hawkesbury 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 YPS
YPS provides air connectivity for Port Hawkesbury, 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 YPS
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Port Hawkesbury Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YPS
- 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 YPS are YQY, YYG, YHZ — consider these for potentially lower fares