YQW - North Battleford Airport
North Battleford, Canada
IATA Code: YQW · North Battleford, Canada
The airport code YQW is the IATA identifier for North Battleford Airport. You may also find it referred to as North Battleford Airport (YQW).
North Battleford Airport (YQW) serves North Battleford, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YQW is the IATA airport code for North Battleford Airport, located in North Battleford, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 52.7692°N, 108.2440°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
- YQW
- City
- North Battleford
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Regina
- Latitude
- 52.7692°
- Longitude
- -108.2440°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YQW
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YXE - Saskatoon | 124 km | $1,809 | $4/passenger |
| YLL - Lloydminster | 136 km | $1,984 | $4/passenger |
| YLJ - Meadow Lake | 152 km | $2,217 | $4/passenger |
| YKY - Kindersley | 153 km | $2,232 | $4/passenger |
| YPA - Prince Albert | 179 km | $2,611 | $5/passenger |
| YVG - Vermillion | 184 km | $2,684 | $5/passenger |
| YOD - Cold Lake | 226 km | $3,297 | $7/passenger |
| YCT - Coronation | 230 km | $3,355 | $7/passenger |
| YBY - Bonnyville | 238 km | $3,472 | $7/passenger |
| YYN - Swift Current | 278 km | $4,055 | $8/passenger |
| YMJ - Moose Jaw | 329 km | $4,799 | $10/passenger |
| YVC - La Ronge | 329 km | $4,799 | $10/passenger |
| YVT - Buffalo Narrows | 342 km | $4,989 | $10/passenger |
| YSD - Suffield | 345 km | $5,033 | $10/passenger |
| YXH - Medicine Hat | 351 km | $5,120 | $10/passenger |
| YQR - Regina | 359 km | $5,237 | $10/passenger |
| YEG - Edmonton | 362 km | $5,281 | $11/passenger |
| YXD - Edmonton | 363 km | $5,295 | $11/passenger |
| YQF - Red Deer Industrial | 388 km | $5,660 | $11/passenger |
| YHB - Hudson Bay | 399 km | $5,821 | $12/passenger |
| YQV - Yorkton | 429 km | $6,258 | $13/passenger |
| YYC - Calgary | 436 km | $6,360 | $13/passenger |
| YRM - Rocky Mountain House | 451 km | $6,579 | $13/passenger |
| YMM - Fort Mcmurray | 472 km | $6,886 | $14/passenger |
| YQL - Lethbridge | 472 km | $6,886 | $14/passenger |
| ZJN - Swan River | 480 km | $7,002 | $14/passenger |
| YFO - Flin Flon | 481 km | $7,017 | $14/passenger |
| HVR - Havre | 482 km | $7,031 | $14/passenger |
| YQD - The Pas | 493 km | $7,192 | $14/passenger |
| YZH - Slave Lake | 510 km | $7,440 | $15/passenger |
| GGW - Glasgow | 520 km | $7,586 | $15/passenger |
| YZU - Whitecourt | 522 km | $7,615 | $15/passenger |
| YKJ - Key Lake | 526 km | $7,673 | $15/passenger |
| YBA - Banff | 529 km | $7,717 | $15/passenger |
| WPC - Pincher Creek | 540 km | $7,878 | $16/passenger |
| YEN - Estevan | 541 km | $7,892 | $16/passenger |
| CTB - Cutbank | 546 km | $7,965 | $16/passenger |
| OLF - Wolf Point | 553 km | $8,067 | $16/passenger |
| YET - Edson | 555 km | $8,096 | $16/passenger |
| HZP - Wood Buffalo | 558 km | $8,140 | $16/passenger |
| XPK - Pukatawagan | 561 km | $8,184 | $16/passenger |
| YDN - Dauphin | 591 km | $8,622 | $17/passenger |
| ISN - Williston | 605 km | $8,826 | $18/passenger |
| GTF - Great Falls | 629 km | $9,176 | $18/passenger |
| YXC - Cranbrook | 631 km | $9,205 | $18/passenger |
| SDY - Sidney | 632 km | $9,220 | $18/passenger |
| YJP - Hinton | 638 km | $9,307 | $19/passenger |
| LWT - Lewistown | 642 km | $9,365 | $19/passenger |
| YYL - Lynn Lake | 646 km | $9,424 | $19/passenger |
| FCA - Kalispell | 652 km | $9,511 | $19/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YQW 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 YQW
- 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 North Battleford
North Battleford 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 YQW
Traveling through North Battleford 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 YQW
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at North Battleford Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YQW
- 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 YQW are YXE, YLL, YLJ — consider these for potentially lower fares