YRA - Rae Lakes Airport
Gamètì, Canada
IATA Code: YRA · Gamètì, Canada
The airport code YRA is the IATA identifier for Rae Lakes Airport. You may also find it referred to as Gamètì Airport (YRA).
Rae Lakes Airport (YRA) serves Gamètì, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YRA is the IATA airport code for Rae Lakes Airport, located in Gamètì, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 64.1161°N, 117.3100°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
- YRA
- City
- Gamètì
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Edmonton
- Latitude
- 64.1161°
- Longitude
- -117.3100°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YRA
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YLE - Whatì | 110 km | $1,605 | $3/passenger |
| YFJ - Wekweeti | 157 km | $2,290 | $5/passenger |
| YZF - Yellowknife | 233 km | $3,399 | $7/passenger |
| YWJ - Deline | 316 km | $4,610 | $9/passenger |
| YWY - Wrigley | 318 km | $4,639 | $9/passenger |
| YOA - Ekati | 328 km | $4,785 | $10/passenger |
| YFS - Fort Simpson | 329 km | $4,799 | $10/passenger |
| YHY - Hay River | 373 km | $5,441 | $11/passenger |
| YFR - Fort Resolution | 375 km | $5,471 | $11/passenger |
| YSG - Lutselk'''e | 381 km | $5,558 | $11/passenger |
| ZFN - Tulita | 405 km | $5,908 | $12/passenger |
| YCO - Coppermine | 423 km | $6,171 | $12/passenger |
| YVQ - Norman Wells | 469 km | $6,842 | $14/passenger |
| YCK - Colville Lake | 517 km | $7,542 | $15/passenger |
| YSM - Fort Smith | 533 km | $7,775 | $16/passenger |
| YJF - Fort Liard | 536 km | $7,819 | $16/passenger |
| YGH - Fort Good Hope | 579 km | $8,446 | $17/passenger |
| YOJ - High Level | 611 km | $8,913 | $18/passenger |
| YOP - Rainbow Lake | 635 km | $9,263 | $19/passenger |
| YYE - Fort Nelson | 650 km | $9,482 | $19/passenger |
| YPC - Paulatuk | 654 km | $9,541 | $19/passenger |
| JOJ - Doris Lake | 655 km | $9,555 | $19/passenger |
| YPY - Fort Chipewyan | 679 km | $9,905 | $20/passenger |
| YBE - Uranium City | 685 km | $9,993 | $20/passenger |
| YHI - Holman Island | 739 km | $10,781 | $22/passenger |
| YQH - Watson Lake | 744 km | $10,853 | $22/passenger |
| ZFD - Fond-Du-Lac | 752 km | $10,970 | $22/passenger |
| YCB - Cambridge Bay | 770 km | $11,233 | $22/passenger |
| XRR - Ross River | 796 km | $11,612 | $23/passenger |
| HZP - Wood Buffalo | 808 km | $11,787 | $24/passenger |
| YSF - Stony Rapids | 809 km | $11,802 | $24/passenger |
| ZFA - Faro | 831 km | $12,123 | $24/passenger |
| YEV - Inuvik | 858 km | $12,517 | $25/passenger |
| YPE - Peace River | 877 km | $12,794 | $26/passenger |
| ZFM - Fort Mcpherson | 877 km | $12,794 | $26/passenger |
| YMM - Fort Mcmurray | 894 km | $13,042 | $26/passenger |
| YXJ - Fort Saint John | 896 km | $13,071 | $26/passenger |
| YUB - Tuktoyaktuk | 903 km | $13,173 | $26/passenger |
| YMA - Mayo | 907 km | $13,231 | $26/passenger |
| YZW - Teslin | 911 km | $13,290 | $27/passenger |
| LAK - Aklavik | 912 km | $13,304 | $27/passenger |
| YDL - Dease Lake | 926 km | $13,508 | $27/passenger |
| YSY - Sachs Harbour | 934 km | $13,625 | $27/passenger |
| YDQ - Dawson Creek | 945 km | $13,786 | $28/passenger |
| YNL - Points North Landing | 958 km | $13,975 | $28/passenger |
| YCQ - Chetwynd | 967 km | $14,107 | $28/passenger |
| YXY - Whitehorse | 986 km | $14,384 | $29/passenger |
| YKJ - Key Lake | 990 km | $14,442 | $29/passenger |
| YZH - Slave Lake | 991 km | $14,457 | $29/passenger |
| YQU - Grande Prairie | 998 km | $14,559 | $29/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YRA 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 YRA
- 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 Gamètì
Gamètì 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 YRA
Traveling through Gamètì 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 YRA
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Rae Lakes Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YRA
- 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 YRA are YLE, YFJ, YZF — consider these for potentially lower fares