YQF - Red Deer Regional Airport
Red Deer Industrial, Canada
IATA Code: YQF · Red Deer Industrial, Canada
The airport code YQF is the IATA identifier for Red Deer Regional Airport. You may also find it referred to as Red Deer Industrial Airport (YQF).
Red Deer Regional Airport (YQF) serves Red Deer Industrial, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YQF is the IATA airport code for Red Deer Regional Airport, located in Red Deer Industrial, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 52.1822°N, 113.8940°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
- YQF
- City
- Red Deer Industrial
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Edmonton
- Latitude
- 52.1822°
- Longitude
- -113.8940°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YQF
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YRM - Rocky Mountain House | 74 km | $1,080 | $2/passenger |
| YYC - Calgary | 119 km | $1,736 | $3/passenger |
| YEG - Edmonton | 127 km | $1,853 | $4/passenger |
| YXD - Edmonton | 157 km | $2,290 | $5/passenger |
| YBA - Banff | 157 km | $2,290 | $5/passenger |
| YCT - Coronation | 168 km | $2,451 | $5/passenger |
| YET - Edson | 232 km | $3,384 | $7/passenger |
| YVG - Vermillion | 244 km | $3,559 | $7/passenger |
| YZU - Whitecourt | 252 km | $3,676 | $7/passenger |
| YSD - Suffield | 285 km | $4,158 | $8/passenger |
| YLL - Lloydminster | 286 km | $4,172 | $8/passenger |
| YJP - Hinton | 289 km | $4,216 | $8/passenger |
| YQL - Lethbridge | 294 km | $4,289 | $9/passenger |
| WPC - Pincher Creek | 296 km | $4,318 | $9/passenger |
| YXC - Cranbrook | 315 km | $4,595 | $9/passenger |
| YBY - Bonnyville | 316 km | $4,610 | $9/passenger |
| YRV - Revelstoke | 326 km | $4,756 | $10/passenger |
| YXH - Medicine Hat | 327 km | $4,770 | $10/passenger |
| YKY - Kindersley | 332 km | $4,843 | $10/passenger |
| YOD - Cold Lake | 345 km | $5,033 | $10/passenger |
| YZH - Slave Lake | 351 km | $5,120 | $10/passenger |
| YQW - North Battleford | 388 km | $5,660 | $11/passenger |
| YSN - Salmon Arm | 406 km | $5,923 | $12/passenger |
| CTB - Cutbank | 412 km | $6,010 | $12/passenger |
| YCG - Castlegar | 415 km | $6,054 | $12/passenger |
| YLJ - Meadow Lake | 418 km | $6,098 | $12/passenger |
| FCA - Kalispell | 431 km | $6,287 | $13/passenger |
| YZZ - Trail | 435 km | $6,346 | $13/passenger |
| YVE - Vernon | 435 km | $6,346 | $13/passenger |
| YLW - Kelowna | 456 km | $6,652 | $13/passenger |
| YQU - Grande Prairie | 468 km | $6,827 | $14/passenger |
| ZGF - Grand Forks | 476 km | $6,944 | $14/passenger |
| YYN - Swift Current | 480 km | $7,002 | $14/passenger |
| YKA - Kamloops | 483 km | $7,046 | $14/passenger |
| YXE - Saskatoon | 490 km | $7,148 | $14/passenger |
| HVR - Havre | 499 km | $7,279 | $15/passenger |
| YYF - Penticton | 502 km | $7,323 | $15/passenger |
| YPE - Peace River | 505 km | $7,367 | $15/passenger |
| ZMH - 108 Mile Ranch | 512 km | $7,469 | $15/passenger |
| YMM - Fort Mcmurray | 526 km | $7,673 | $15/passenger |
| COE - Coeur d'''Alene | 533 km | $7,775 | $16/passenger |
| YVT - Buffalo Narrows | 542 km | $7,907 | $16/passenger |
| GTF - Great Falls | 553 km | $8,067 | $16/passenger |
| YWL - Williams Lake | 556 km | $8,111 | $16/passenger |
| SFF - Spokane | 557 km | $8,126 | $16/passenger |
| YPA - Prince Albert | 565 km | $8,242 | $16/passenger |
| GEG - Spokane | 570 km | $8,315 | $17/passenger |
| YDQ - Dawson Creek | 571 km | $8,330 | $17/passenger |
| SKA - Spokane | 575 km | $8,388 | $17/passenger |
| MSO - Missoula | 586 km | $8,549 | $17/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YQF 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 YQF
- 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 Red Deer Industrial
Red Deer Industrial 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 YQF
Traveling through Red Deer Industrial 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 YQF
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Red Deer Regional Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YQF
- 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 YQF are YRM, YYC, YEG — consider these for potentially lower fares