YQQ - Comox Airport
Comox, Canada
IATA Code: YQQ · Comox, Canada
The airport code YQQ is the IATA identifier for Comox Airport. You may also find it referred to as Comox Airport (YQQ).
Comox Airport (YQQ) serves Comox, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YQQ is the IATA airport code for Comox Airport, located in Comox, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 49.7108°N, 124.8870°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
- YQQ
- City
- Comox
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Vancouver
- Latitude
- 49.7108°
- Longitude
- -124.8870°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YQQ
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YGB - Texada | 27 km | $394 | $1/passenger |
| YPW - Powell River | 31 km | $452 | $1/passenger |
| YBL - Campbell River | 38 km | $554 | $1/passenger |
| ZNA - Nanaimo | 90 km | $1,313 | $3/passenger |
| YAZ - Tofino | 95 km | $1,386 | $3/passenger |
| YCD - Nanaimo | 104 km | $1,517 | $3/passenger |
| YSE - Squamish | 124 km | $1,809 | $4/passenger |
| YVR - Vancouver | 136 km | $1,984 | $4/passenger |
| CXH - Vancouver | 136 km | $1,984 | $4/passenger |
| YGG - Ganges | 139 km | $2,028 | $4/passenger |
| YWS - Whistler | 147 km | $2,144 | $4/passenger |
| YDT - Boundary Bay | 153 km | $2,232 | $4/passenger |
| YYJ - Victoria | 159 km | $2,319 | $5/passenger |
| YBW - Bedwell Harbour | 161 km | $2,349 | $5/passenger |
| YAL - Alert Bay | 174 km | $2,538 | $5/passenger |
| YLY - Langley Township | 177 km | $2,582 | $5/passenger |
| YWH - Victoria | 180 km | $2,626 | $5/passenger |
| ESD - Eastsound | 182 km | $2,655 | $5/passenger |
| FRD - Friday Harbor | 189 km | $2,757 | $6/passenger |
| LPS - Lopez | 197 km | $2,874 | $6/passenger |
| YXX - Abbotsford | 198 km | $2,888 | $6/passenger |
| BLI - Bellingham | 199 km | $2,903 | $6/passenger |
| CLM - Port Angeles | 204 km | $2,976 | $6/passenger |
| YZT - Port Hardy | 207 km | $3,020 | $6/passenger |
| YCW - Chilliwack | 222 km | $3,239 | $6/passenger |
| NUW - Whidbey Island | 222 km | $3,239 | $6/passenger |
| MVW - Skagit | 226 km | $3,297 | $7/passenger |
| YHE - Hope | 247 km | $3,603 | $7/passenger |
| PAE - Everett | 277 km | $4,041 | $8/passenger |
| PWT - Bremerton | 292 km | $4,260 | $9/passenger |
| SHN - Shelton | 304 km | $4,435 | $9/passenger |
| YAA - Anahim Lake | 306 km | $4,464 | $9/passenger |
| BFI - Seattle | 308 km | $4,493 | $9/passenger |
| HQM - Hoquiam | 313 km | $4,566 | $9/passenger |
| SEA - Seattle | 315 km | $4,595 | $9/passenger |
| RNT - Renton | 315 km | $4,595 | $9/passenger |
| TIW - Tacoma | 320 km | $4,668 | $9/passenger |
| QBC - Bella Coola | 321 km | $4,683 | $9/passenger |
| YKA - Kamloops | 335 km | $4,887 | $10/passenger |
| TCM - Tacoma | 337 km | $4,916 | $10/passenger |
| ZMH - 108 Mile Ranch | 337 km | $4,916 | $10/passenger |
| OLM - Olympia | 338 km | $4,931 | $10/passenger |
| YWL - Williams Lake | 339 km | $4,945 | $10/passenger |
| GRF - Fort Lewis | 339 km | $4,945 | $10/passenger |
| CLS - Chehalis | 366 km | $5,339 | $11/passenger |
| YYF - Penticton | 382 km | $5,573 | $11/passenger |
| YLW - Kelowna | 396 km | $5,777 | $12/passenger |
| AST - Astoria | 402 km | $5,864 | $12/passenger |
| YVE - Vernon | 402 km | $5,864 | $12/passenger |
| YQZ - Quesnel | 404 km | $5,894 | $12/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YQQ 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 YQQ
- 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 Comox
Comox 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 YQQ
Traveling through Comox 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 YQQ
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Comox Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YQQ
- 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 YQQ are YGB, YPW, YBL — consider these for potentially lower fares