YQS - St Thomas Municipal Airport
St Thomas, Canada
IATA Code: YQS · St Thomas, Canada
The airport code YQS is the IATA identifier for St Thomas Municipal Airport. You may also find it referred to as St Thomas Airport (YQS).
St Thomas Municipal Airport (YQS) serves St Thomas, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YQS is the IATA airport code for St Thomas Municipal Airport, located in St Thomas, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 42.7700°N, 81.1108°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
- YQS
- City
- St Thomas
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- N
- Latitude
- 42.7700°
- Longitude
- -81.1108°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YQS
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YXU - London | 30 km | $438 | $1/passenger |
| YCE - Centralia | 66 km | $963 | $2/passenger |
| YKF - Waterloo | 97 km | $1,415 | $3/passenger |
| YZR - Sarnia | 101 km | $1,473 | $3/passenger |
| YHM - Hamilton | 106 km | $1,546 | $3/passenger |
| ERI - Erie | 108 km | $1,576 | $3/passenger |
| PHN - Port Huron | 117 km | $1,707 | $3/passenger |
| LNN - Willoughby | 123 km | $1,794 | $4/passenger |
| DU9 - Dunnville | 124 km | $1,809 | $4/passenger |
| CGF - Richmond Heights | 138 km | $2,013 | $4/passenger |
| MTC - Mount Clemens | 142 km | $2,071 | $4/passenger |
| BKL - Cleveland | 147 km | $2,144 | $4/passenger |
| DKK - Dunkirk | 154 km | $2,247 | $4/passenger |
| YYZ - Toronto | 157 km | $2,290 | $5/passenger |
| YQG - Windsor | 161 km | $2,349 | $5/passenger |
| DET - Detroit | 161 km | $2,349 | $5/passenger |
| CLE - Cleveland | 163 km | $2,378 | $5/passenger |
| YCM - Saint Catherines | 165 km | $2,407 | $5/passenger |
| JHW - Jamestown | 167 km | $2,436 | $5/passenger |
| YTZ - Toronto | 169 km | $2,465 | $5/passenger |
| YZD - Toronto | 172 km | $2,509 | $5/passenger |
| YNG - Youngstown | 172 km | $2,509 | $5/passenger |
| IAG - Niagara Falls | 180 km | $2,626 | $5/passenger |
| YKZ - Toronto | 186 km | $2,713 | $5/passenger |
| FKL - Franklin | 186 km | $2,713 | $5/passenger |
| PTK - Pontiac | 189 km | $2,757 | $6/passenger |
| DTW - Detroit | 194 km | $2,830 | $6/passenger |
| AKC - Akron | 195 km | $2,845 | $6/passenger |
| BUF - Buffalo | 195 km | $2,845 | $6/passenger |
| SKY - Sandusky | 196 km | $2,859 | $6/passenger |
| YOS - Owen Sound | 204 km | $2,976 | $6/passenger |
| YIP - Detroit | 207 km | $3,020 | $6/passenger |
| CAK - Akron | 208 km | $3,034 | $6/passenger |
| FNT - Flint | 216 km | $3,151 | $6/passenger |
| YVV - Wiarton | 220 km | $3,209 | $6/passenger |
| YOO - Oshawa | 220 km | $3,209 | $6/passenger |
| ARB - Ann Arbor | 224 km | $3,268 | $7/passenger |
| YLK - Barrie-Orillia | 228 km | $3,326 | $7/passenger |
| BFD - Bradford | 230 km | $3,355 | $7/passenger |
| BFP - Beaver Falls | 230 km | $3,355 | $7/passenger |
| MFD - Mansfield | 246 km | $3,589 | $7/passenger |
| ECA - East Tawas | 253 km | $3,691 | $7/passenger |
| DUJ - Du Bois | 254 km | $3,705 | $7/passenger |
| MBS - Saginaw | 255 km | $3,720 | $7/passenger |
| PHD - New Philadelpha | 257 km | $3,749 | $7/passenger |
| TOL - Toledo | 258 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| GQQ - Galion | 261 km | $3,807 | $8/passenger |
| OSC - Oscoda | 262 km | $3,822 | $8/passenger |
| PIT - Pittsburgh | 264 km | $3,851 | $8/passenger |
| YPQ - Peterborough | 275 km | $4,012 | $8/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YQS 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 YQS
- 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 St Thomas
St Thomas 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 YQS
YQS provides air connectivity for St Thomas, 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 YQS
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at St Thomas Municipal Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YQS
- 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 YQS are YXU, YCE, YKF — consider these for potentially lower fares