YRO - Ottawa / Rockcliffe Airport
Ottawa, Canada
IATA Code: YRO · Ottawa, Canada
The airport code YRO is the IATA identifier for Ottawa / Rockcliffe Airport. You may also find it referred to as Ottawa Airport (YRO).
Ottawa / Rockcliffe Airport (YRO) serves Ottawa, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YRO is the IATA airport code for Ottawa / Rockcliffe Airport, located in Ottawa, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 45.4603°N, 75.6461°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
- YRO
- City
- Ottawa
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- N
- Latitude
- 45.4603°
- Longitude
- -75.6461°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YRO
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YND - Gatineau | 9 km | $131 | $0/passenger |
| YOW - Ottawa | 15 km | $219 | $0/passenger |
| YSH - Smiths Falls | 62 km | $904 | $2/passenger |
| MSS - Massena | 86 km | $1,255 | $3/passenger |
| OGS - Ogdensburg | 88 km | $1,284 | $3/passenger |
| YMW - Maniwaki | 94 km | $1,371 | $3/passenger |
| YCC - Cornwall | 94 km | $1,371 | $3/passenger |
| YTM - Mont-Tremblant | 125 km | $1,824 | $4/passenger |
| YMX - Montreal | 127 km | $1,853 | $4/passenger |
| YTA - Pembroke | 133 km | $1,940 | $4/passenger |
| YWA - Petawawa | 141 km | $2,057 | $4/passenger |
| YUL - Montreal | 149 km | $2,174 | $4/passenger |
| YGK - Kingston | 156 km | $2,276 | $5/passenger |
| SLK - Saranac Lake | 165 km | $2,407 | $5/passenger |
| ART - Watertown | 166 km | $2,422 | $5/passenger |
| YHU - Montreal | 174 km | $2,538 | $5/passenger |
| YJN - St. Jean | 186 km | $2,713 | $5/passenger |
| LKP - Lake Placid | 188 km | $2,743 | $5/passenger |
| PBG - Plattsburgh | 193 km | $2,815 | $6/passenger |
| YTR - Trenton | 210 km | $3,063 | $6/passenger |
| BTV - Burlington | 225 km | $3,282 | $7/passenger |
| ZBM - Bromont | 228 km | $3,326 | $7/passenger |
| RME - Rome | 248 km | $3,618 | $7/passenger |
| YRQ - Trois Rivieres | 250 km | $3,647 | $7/passenger |
| YPQ - Peterborough | 254 km | $3,705 | $7/passenger |
| MVL - Morrisville | 260 km | $3,793 | $8/passenger |
| SYR - Syracuse | 264 km | $3,851 | $8/passenger |
| MPV - Montpelier | 280 km | $4,085 | $8/passenger |
| GFL - Queensbury | 286 km | $4,172 | $8/passenger |
| YQA - Muskoka | 291 km | $4,245 | $8/passenger |
| RUT - Rutland | 303 km | $4,420 | $9/passenger |
| ROC - Rochester | 306 km | $4,464 | $9/passenger |
| YSC - Sherbrooke | 308 km | $4,493 | $9/passenger |
| YOO - Oshawa | 308 km | $4,493 | $9/passenger |
| YYB - North Bay | 309 km | $4,508 | $9/passenger |
| SCH - Scotia NY | 321 km | $4,683 | $9/passenger |
| YLK - Barrie-Orillia | 326 km | $4,756 | $10/passenger |
| YPD - Parry Sound | 328 km | $4,785 | $10/passenger |
| YVO - Val D'''or | 331 km | $4,829 | $10/passenger |
| LEB - Lebanon | 334 km | $4,872 | $10/passenger |
| ALB - Albany | 336 km | $4,902 | $10/passenger |
| ITH - Ithaca | 337 km | $4,916 | $10/passenger |
| YKZ - Toronto | 344 km | $5,018 | $10/passenger |
| YZD - Toronto | 358 km | $5,223 | $10/passenger |
| YQB - Quebec | 360 km | $5,252 | $11/passenger |
| YTZ - Toronto | 360 km | $5,252 | $11/passenger |
| BGM - Binghamton | 363 km | $5,295 | $11/passenger |
| IAG - Niagara Falls | 371 km | $5,412 | $11/passenger |
| YYZ - Toronto | 373 km | $5,441 | $11/passenger |
| BUF - Buffalo | 373 km | $5,441 | $11/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YRO 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 YRO
- 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 Ottawa
Ottawa 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 YRO
YRO provides air connectivity for Ottawa, 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 YRO
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Ottawa / Rockcliffe Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YRO
- 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 YRO are YND, YOW, YSH — consider these for potentially lower fares