YSD - Suffield Heliport
Suffield, Canada
IATA Code: YSD · Suffield, Canada
The airport code YSD is the IATA identifier for Suffield Heliport. You may also find it referred to as Suffield Airport (YSD).
Suffield Heliport (YSD) serves Suffield, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YSD is the IATA airport code for Suffield Heliport, located in Suffield, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 50.2667°N, 111.1830°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
- YSD
- City
- Suffield
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Edmonton
- Latitude
- 50.2667°
- Longitude
- -111.1830°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YSD
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YXH - Medicine Hat | 43 km | $627 | $1/passenger |
| YQL - Lethbridge | 136 km | $1,984 | $4/passenger |
| YKY - Kindersley | 198 km | $2,888 | $6/passenger |
| YCT - Coronation | 202 km | $2,947 | $6/passenger |
| CTB - Cutbank | 204 km | $2,976 | $6/passenger |
| HVR - Havre | 217 km | $3,166 | $6/passenger |
| WPC - Pincher Creek | 218 km | $3,180 | $6/passenger |
| YYC - Calgary | 221 km | $3,224 | $6/passenger |
| YYN - Swift Current | 248 km | $3,618 | $7/passenger |
| YQF - Red Deer Industrial | 285 km | $4,158 | $8/passenger |
| GTF - Great Falls | 310 km | $4,522 | $9/passenger |
| FCA - Kalispell | 311 km | $4,537 | $9/passenger |
| YBA - Banff | 324 km | $4,727 | $9/passenger |
| YXC - Cranbrook | 337 km | $4,916 | $10/passenger |
| YVG - Vermillion | 344 km | $5,018 | $10/passenger |
| YQW - North Battleford | 345 km | $5,033 | $10/passenger |
| YLL - Lloydminster | 347 km | $5,062 | $10/passenger |
| YRM - Rocky Mountain House | 353 km | $5,150 | $10/passenger |
| YEG - Edmonton | 376 km | $5,485 | $11/passenger |
| YXE - Saskatoon | 377 km | $5,500 | $11/passenger |
| LWT - Lewistown | 379 km | $5,529 | $11/passenger |
| YMJ - Moose Jaw | 399 km | $5,821 | $12/passenger |
| YXD - Edmonton | 401 km | $5,850 | $12/passenger |
| GGW - Glasgow | 403 km | $5,879 | $12/passenger |
| HLN - Helena | 411 km | $5,996 | $12/passenger |
| MSO - Missoula | 429 km | $6,258 | $13/passenger |
| YBY - Bonnyville | 450 km | $6,565 | $13/passenger |
| YQR - Regina | 463 km | $6,754 | $14/passenger |
| YOD - Cold Lake | 464 km | $6,769 | $14/passenger |
| YLJ - Meadow Lake | 466 km | $6,798 | $14/passenger |
| OLF - Wolf Point | 474 km | $6,915 | $14/passenger |
| YCG - Castlegar | 475 km | $6,929 | $14/passenger |
| YZZ - Trail | 482 km | $7,031 | $14/passenger |
| BTM - Butte | 489 km | $7,134 | $14/passenger |
| COE - Coeur d'''Alene | 496 km | $7,236 | $14/passenger |
| BZN - Bozeman | 499 km | $7,279 | $15/passenger |
| YRV - Revelstoke | 500 km | $7,294 | $15/passenger |
| YPA - Prince Albert | 501 km | $7,309 | $15/passenger |
| LVM - Livingston-Montana | 511 km | $7,454 | $15/passenger |
| YET - Edson | 516 km | $7,527 | $15/passenger |
| SFF - Spokane | 532 km | $7,761 | $16/passenger |
| YZU - Whitecourt | 533 km | $7,775 | $16/passenger |
| BIL - Billings | 533 km | $7,775 | $16/passenger |
| ZGF - Grand Forks | 540 km | $7,878 | $16/passenger |
| GEG - Spokane | 549 km | $8,009 | $16/passenger |
| SKA - Spokane | 557 km | $8,126 | $16/passenger |
| YJP - Hinton | 565 km | $8,242 | $16/passenger |
| YSN - Salmon Arm | 571 km | $8,330 | $17/passenger |
| MLS - Miles City | 579 km | $8,446 | $17/passenger |
| YVE - Vernon | 579 km | $8,446 | $17/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YSD 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 YSD
- 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 Suffield
Suffield 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 YSD
Traveling through Suffield 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 YSD
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Suffield Heliport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YSD
- 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 YSD are YXH, YQL, YKY — consider these for potentially lower fares