YSP - Marathon Airport
Marathon, Canada
IATA Code: YSP · Marathon, Canada
The airport code YSP is the IATA identifier for Marathon Airport. You may also find it referred to as Marathon Airport (YSP).
Marathon Airport (YSP) serves Marathon, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YSP is the IATA airport code for Marathon Airport, located in Marathon, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 48.7553°N, 86.3444°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
- YSP
- City
- Marathon
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Toronto
- Latitude
- 48.7553°
- Longitude
- -86.3444°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YSP
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YMG - Manitouwadge | 51 km | $744 | $1/passenger |
| YGQ - Geraldton | 122 km | $1,780 | $4/passenger |
| YHN - Hornepayne | 126 km | $1,838 | $4/passenger |
| YXZ - Wawa | 145 km | $2,115 | $4/passenger |
| YQN - Nakina | 161 km | $2,349 | $5/passenger |
| YHF - Hearst | 220 km | $3,209 | $6/passenger |
| YQT - Thunder Bay | 223 km | $3,253 | $7/passenger |
| CMX - Hancock | 238 km | $3,472 | $7/passenger |
| YLD - Chapleau | 245 km | $3,574 | $7/passenger |
| YYW - Armstrong | 252 km | $3,676 | $7/passenger |
| MQT - Gwinn | 278 km | $4,055 | $8/passenger |
| YAM - Sault Sainte Marie | 287 km | $4,187 | $8/passenger |
| YYU - Kapuskasing | 292 km | $4,260 | $9/passenger |
| CIU - Sault Ste Marie | 312 km | $4,551 | $9/passenger |
| GRM - Grand Marais | 316 km | $4,610 | $9/passenger |
| YOG - Ogoki Post | 324 km | $4,727 | $9/passenger |
| YFH - Fort Hope | 331 km | $4,829 | $10/passenger |
| ESC - Escanaba | 342 km | $4,989 | $10/passenger |
| IMT - Iron Mountain | 353 km | $5,150 | $10/passenger |
| DRE - Drummond Island | 363 km | $5,295 | $11/passenger |
| YTS - Timmins | 365 km | $5,325 | $11/passenger |
| PLN - Pellston | 373 km | $5,441 | $11/passenger |
| EGV - Eagle River | 383 km | $5,587 | $11/passenger |
| YIB - Atikokan | 388 km | $5,660 | $11/passenger |
| YEL - ELLIOT LAKE | 390 km | $5,689 | $11/passenger |
| YCN - Cochrane | 391 km | $5,704 | $11/passenger |
| ZUC - Ignace | 398 km | $5,806 | $12/passenger |
| YLH - Lansdowne House | 399 km | $5,821 | $12/passenger |
| ARV - Minocqua - Woodruff | 405 km | $5,908 | $12/passenger |
| YPL - Pickle Lake | 407 km | $5,937 | $12/passenger |
| MNM - Macon | 415 km | $6,054 | $12/passenger |
| LYU - Ely | 419 km | $6,112 | $12/passenger |
| RHI - Rhinelander | 420 km | $6,127 | $12/passenger |
| YZE - Gore Bay | 428 km | $6,244 | $12/passenger |
| YXL - Sioux Lookout | 429 km | $6,258 | $13/passenger |
| GLR - GAYLORD | 434 km | $6,331 | $13/passenger |
| TVC - Traverse City | 450 km | $6,565 | $13/passenger |
| APN - Alpena | 460 km | $6,710 | $13/passenger |
| SUR - Summer Beaver | 466 km | $6,798 | $14/passenger |
| YEM - Manitowaning | 468 km | $6,827 | $14/passenger |
| YWP - Webequie | 473 km | $6,900 | $14/passenger |
| YKX - Kirkland Lake | 473 km | $6,900 | $14/passenger |
| YSB - Sudbury | 478 km | $6,973 | $14/passenger |
| YHD - Dryden | 479 km | $6,988 | $14/passenger |
| DLH - Duluth | 486 km | $7,090 | $14/passenger |
| HYR - Hayward | 489 km | $7,134 | $14/passenger |
| AUW - Wausau | 493 km | $7,192 | $14/passenger |
| GRB - Green Bay | 494 km | $7,206 | $14/passenger |
| YXR - Earlton | 495 km | $7,221 | $14/passenger |
| YMO - Moosonee | 497 km | $7,250 | $15/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YSP 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 YSP
- 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 Marathon
Marathon 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 YSP
Traveling through Marathon 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 YSP
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Marathon Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YSP
- 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 YSP are YMG, YGQ, YHN — consider these for potentially lower fares