YPY - Fort Chipewyan Airport
Fort Chipewyan, Canada
IATA Code: YPY · Fort Chipewyan, Canada
The airport code YPY is the IATA identifier for Fort Chipewyan Airport. You may also find it referred to as Fort Chipewyan Airport (YPY).
Fort Chipewyan Airport (YPY) serves Fort Chipewyan, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YPY is the IATA airport code for Fort Chipewyan Airport, located in Fort Chipewyan, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 58.7672°N, 111.1170°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
- YPY
- City
- Fort Chipewyan
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Edmonton
- Latitude
- 58.7672°
- Longitude
- -111.1170°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YPY
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YSM - Fort Smith | 147 km | $2,144 | $4/passenger |
| HZP - Wood Buffalo | 158 km | $2,305 | $5/passenger |
| YBE - Uranium City | 174 km | $2,538 | $5/passenger |
| ZFD - Fond-Du-Lac | 234 km | $3,414 | $7/passenger |
| YMM - Fort Mcmurray | 235 km | $3,428 | $7/passenger |
| YFR - Fort Resolution | 304 km | $4,435 | $9/passenger |
| YSF - Stony Rapids | 307 km | $4,479 | $9/passenger |
| YHY - Hay River | 348 km | $5,077 | $10/passenger |
| YOJ - High Level | 350 km | $5,106 | $10/passenger |
| YVT - Buffalo Narrows | 363 km | $5,295 | $11/passenger |
| YKJ - Key Lake | 365 km | $5,325 | $11/passenger |
| YSG - Lutselk'''e | 407 km | $5,937 | $12/passenger |
| YNL - Points North Landing | 412 km | $6,010 | $12/passenger |
| YZH - Slave Lake | 445 km | $6,492 | $13/passenger |
| YZF - Yellowknife | 449 km | $6,550 | $13/passenger |
| ZWL - Wollaston Lake | 468 km | $6,827 | $14/passenger |
| YPE - Peace River | 472 km | $6,886 | $14/passenger |
| YOP - Rainbow Lake | 481 km | $7,017 | $14/passenger |
| YOD - Cold Lake | 488 km | $7,119 | $14/passenger |
| YBY - Bonnyville | 497 km | $7,250 | $15/passenger |
| YVC - La Ronge | 536 km | $7,819 | $16/passenger |
| YLJ - Meadow Lake | 540 km | $7,878 | $16/passenger |
| XLB - Lac Brochet | 557 km | $8,126 | $16/passenger |
| YBT - Brochet | 559 km | $8,155 | $16/passenger |
| YLE - Whatì | 587 km | $8,563 | $17/passenger |
| YZU - Whitecourt | 588 km | $8,578 | $17/passenger |
| YXD - Edmonton | 596 km | $8,694 | $17/passenger |
| YVG - Vermillion | 602 km | $8,782 | $18/passenger |
| YLL - Lloydminster | 610 km | $8,899 | $18/passenger |
| YQU - Grande Prairie | 616 km | $8,986 | $18/passenger |
| YFJ - Wekweeti | 623 km | $9,088 | $18/passenger |
| YEG - Edmonton | 626 km | $9,132 | $18/passenger |
| YYL - Lynn Lake | 631 km | $9,205 | $18/passenger |
| YXJ - Fort Saint John | 639 km | $9,322 | $19/passenger |
| YDQ - Dawson Creek | 640 km | $9,336 | $19/passenger |
| YFS - Fort Simpson | 649 km | $9,468 | $19/passenger |
| YYE - Fort Nelson | 660 km | $9,628 | $19/passenger |
| YOA - Ekati | 660 km | $9,628 | $19/passenger |
| YET - Edson | 665 km | $9,701 | $19/passenger |
| YRA - Gamètì | 679 km | $9,905 | $20/passenger |
| XPK - Pukatawagan | 680 km | $9,920 | $20/passenger |
| YQW - North Battleford | 691 km | $10,080 | $20/passenger |
| YPA - Prince Albert | 704 km | $10,270 | $21/passenger |
| YLR - Leaf Rapids | 707 km | $10,314 | $21/passenger |
| YJF - Fort Liard | 715 km | $10,430 | $21/passenger |
| YCQ - Chetwynd | 718 km | $10,474 | $21/passenger |
| XTL - Tadoule Lake | 726 km | $10,591 | $21/passenger |
| YFO - Flin Flon | 732 km | $10,678 | $21/passenger |
| YJP - Hinton | 732 km | $10,678 | $21/passenger |
| YRM - Rocky Mountain House | 743 km | $10,839 | $22/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YPY 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 YPY
- 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 Chipewyan
Fort Chipewyan 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 YPY
Traveling through Fort Chipewyan 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 YPY
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Fort Chipewyan Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YPY
- 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 YPY are YSM, HZP, YBE — consider these for potentially lower fares