YTD - Thicket Portage Airport
Thicket Portage, Canada
IATA Code: YTD · Thicket Portage, Canada
The airport code YTD is the IATA identifier for Thicket Portage Airport. You may also find it referred to as Thicket Portage Airport (YTD).
Thicket Portage Airport (YTD) serves Thicket Portage, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YTD is the IATA airport code for Thicket Portage Airport, located in Thicket Portage, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 55.3189°N, 97.7078°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
- YTD
- City
- Thicket Portage
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- N
- Latitude
- 55.3189°
- Longitude
- -97.7078°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YTD
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| PIW - Pikwitonei | 46 km | $671 | $1/passenger |
| YTH - Thompson | 55 km | $802 | $2/passenger |
| YCR - Cross Lake | 79 km | $1,152 | $2/passenger |
| ZJG - Jenpeg | 92 km | $1,342 | $3/passenger |
| KES - Kelsey | 110 km | $1,605 | $3/passenger |
| ZAC - York Landing | 133 km | $1,940 | $4/passenger |
| YNE - Norway House | 152 km | $2,217 | $4/passenger |
| ILF - Ilford | 155 km | $2,261 | $5/passenger |
| YOH - Oxford House | 160 km | $2,334 | $5/passenger |
| XSI - South Indian Lake | 180 km | $2,626 | $5/passenger |
| YLR - Leaf Rapids | 194 km | $2,830 | $6/passenger |
| YGX - Gillam | 220 km | $3,209 | $6/passenger |
| YGO - Gods Lake Narrows | 222 km | $3,239 | $6/passenger |
| XPK - Pukatawagan | 229 km | $3,341 | $7/passenger |
| ZGI - Gods River | 237 km | $3,457 | $7/passenger |
| YST - St. Theresa Point | 246 km | $3,589 | $7/passenger |
| YIV - Island Lake | 255 km | $3,720 | $7/passenger |
| XPP - Poplar River | 260 km | $3,793 | $8/passenger |
| YFO - Flin Flon | 263 km | $3,837 | $8/passenger |
| YQD - The Pas | 264 km | $3,851 | $8/passenger |
| YYL - Lynn Lake | 270 km | $3,939 | $8/passenger |
| YRS - Red Sucker Lake | 296 km | $4,318 | $9/passenger |
| YBV - Berens River | 332 km | $4,843 | $10/passenger |
| ZTM - Shamattawa | 359 km | $5,237 | $10/passenger |
| YBT - Brochet | 375 km | $5,471 | $11/passenger |
| ZSJ - Sandy Lake | 379 km | $5,529 | $11/passenger |
| YVZ - Deer Lake | 380 km | $5,543 | $11/passenger |
| XTL - Tadoule Lake | 380 km | $5,543 | $11/passenger |
| ZPB - Sachigo Lake | 389 km | $5,675 | $11/passenger |
| ZGR - Little Grand Rapids | 393 km | $5,733 | $11/passenger |
| YHB - Hudson Bay | 409 km | $5,966 | $12/passenger |
| KEW - Keewaywin | 409 km | $5,966 | $12/passenger |
| YHP - Poplar Hill | 423 km | $6,171 | $12/passenger |
| ZJN - Swan River | 425 km | $6,200 | $12/passenger |
| XLB - Lac Brochet | 432 km | $6,302 | $13/passenger |
| MSA - Muskrat Dam | 438 km | $6,390 | $13/passenger |
| YYQ - Churchill | 439 km | $6,404 | $13/passenger |
| YNO - North Spirit Lake | 442 km | $6,448 | $13/passenger |
| XBE - Bearskin Lake | 455 km | $6,638 | $13/passenger |
| ZWL - Wollaston Lake | 455 km | $6,638 | $13/passenger |
| YPM - Pikangikum | 461 km | $6,725 | $13/passenger |
| YVC - La Ronge | 479 km | $6,988 | $14/passenger |
| ZRJ - Round Lake | 493 km | $7,192 | $14/passenger |
| YDN - Dauphin | 494 km | $7,206 | $14/passenger |
| YNL - Points North Landing | 508 km | $7,411 | $15/passenger |
| YGM - Gimli | 523 km | $7,630 | $15/passenger |
| YTL - Big Trout Lake | 530 km | $7,732 | $15/passenger |
| YKJ - Key Lake | 533 km | $7,775 | $16/passenger |
| YRL - Red Lake | 540 km | $7,878 | $16/passenger |
| YAX - Angling Lake | 548 km | $7,994 | $16/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YTD 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 YTD
- 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 Thicket Portage
Thicket Portage 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 YTD
YTD provides air connectivity for Thicket Portage, 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 YTD
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Thicket Portage Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YTD
- 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 YTD are PIW, YTH, YCR — consider these for potentially lower fares