YVC - La Ronge Airport
La Ronge, Canada
IATA Code: YVC · La Ronge, Canada
The airport code YVC is the IATA identifier for La Ronge Airport. You may also find it referred to as La Ronge Airport (YVC).
La Ronge Airport (YVC) serves La Ronge, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YVC is the IATA airport code for La Ronge Airport, located in La Ronge, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 55.1514°N, 105.2620°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
- YVC
- City
- La Ronge
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Regina
- Latitude
- 55.1514°
- Longitude
- -105.2620°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YVC
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YVT - Buffalo Narrows | 213 km | $3,107 | $6/passenger |
| YPA - Prince Albert | 217 km | $3,166 | $6/passenger |
| YFO - Flin Flon | 235 km | $3,428 | $7/passenger |
| YKJ - Key Lake | 235 km | $3,428 | $7/passenger |
| YLJ - Meadow Lake | 239 km | $3,487 | $7/passenger |
| XPK - Pukatawagan | 261 km | $3,807 | $8/passenger |
| YQD - The Pas | 299 km | $4,362 | $9/passenger |
| YYL - Lynn Lake | 322 km | $4,697 | $9/passenger |
| YHB - Hudson Bay | 323 km | $4,712 | $9/passenger |
| YQW - North Battleford | 329 km | $4,799 | $10/passenger |
| YOD - Cold Lake | 332 km | $4,843 | $10/passenger |
| YXE - Saskatoon | 345 km | $5,033 | $10/passenger |
| ZWL - Wollaston Lake | 353 km | $5,150 | $10/passenger |
| YNL - Points North Landing | 355 km | $5,179 | $10/passenger |
| YLR - Leaf Rapids | 363 km | $5,295 | $11/passenger |
| YBY - Bonnyville | 364 km | $5,310 | $11/passenger |
| YLL - Lloydminster | 374 km | $5,456 | $11/passenger |
| YBT - Brochet | 375 km | $5,471 | $11/passenger |
| YMM - Fort Mcmurray | 407 km | $5,937 | $12/passenger |
| YVG - Vermillion | 413 km | $6,025 | $12/passenger |
| ZJN - Swan River | 429 km | $6,258 | $13/passenger |
| XSI - South Indian Lake | 435 km | $6,346 | $13/passenger |
| XLB - Lac Brochet | 449 km | $6,550 | $13/passenger |
| YSF - Stony Rapids | 457 km | $6,667 | $13/passenger |
| ZJG - Jenpeg | 467 km | $6,813 | $14/passenger |
| HZP - Wood Buffalo | 468 km | $6,827 | $14/passenger |
| YQV - Yorkton | 471 km | $6,871 | $14/passenger |
| YTH - Thompson | 472 km | $6,886 | $14/passenger |
| ZFD - Fond-Du-Lac | 479 km | $6,988 | $14/passenger |
| YTD - Thicket Portage | 479 km | $6,988 | $14/passenger |
| YKY - Kindersley | 480 km | $7,002 | $14/passenger |
| YCR - Cross Lake | 483 km | $7,046 | $14/passenger |
| YNE - Norway House | 496 km | $7,236 | $14/passenger |
| PIW - Pikwitonei | 514 km | $7,498 | $15/passenger |
| YQR - Regina | 526 km | $7,673 | $15/passenger |
| YBE - Uranium City | 527 km | $7,688 | $15/passenger |
| YCT - Coronation | 532 km | $7,761 | $16/passenger |
| YMJ - Moose Jaw | 536 km | $7,819 | $16/passenger |
| YPY - Fort Chipewyan | 536 km | $7,819 | $16/passenger |
| KES - Kelsey | 558 km | $8,140 | $16/passenger |
| YXD - Edmonton | 563 km | $8,213 | $16/passenger |
| YYN - Swift Current | 564 km | $8,228 | $16/passenger |
| YDN - Dauphin | 569 km | $8,301 | $17/passenger |
| XTL - Tadoule Lake | 569 km | $8,301 | $17/passenger |
| XPP - Poplar River | 573 km | $8,359 | $17/passenger |
| YEG - Edmonton | 578 km | $8,432 | $17/passenger |
| ZAC - York Landing | 585 km | $8,534 | $17/passenger |
| YZH - Slave Lake | 603 km | $8,797 | $18/passenger |
| ILF - Ilford | 614 km | $8,957 | $18/passenger |
| YBV - Berens River | 624 km | $9,103 | $18/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YVC 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 YVC
- 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 La Ronge
La Ronge 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 YVC
Traveling through La Ronge 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 YVC
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at La Ronge Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YVC
- 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 YVC are YVT, YPA, YFO — consider these for potentially lower fares