YWH - Victoria Harbour Seaplane Base
Victoria, Canada
IATA Code: YWH · Victoria, Canada
The airport code YWH is the IATA identifier for Victoria Harbour Seaplane Base. You may also find it referred to as Victoria Airport (YWH).
Victoria Harbour Seaplane Base (YWH) serves Victoria, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YWH is the IATA airport code for Victoria Harbour Seaplane Base, located in Victoria, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 48.4250°N, 123.3889°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
- YWH
- City
- Victoria
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Vancouver
- Latitude
- 48.4250°
- Longitude
- -123.3889°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YWH
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YYJ - Victoria | 25 km | $365 | $1/passenger |
| FRD - Friday Harbor | 29 km | $423 | $1/passenger |
| LPS - Lopez | 34 km | $496 | $1/passenger |
| CLM - Port Angeles | 35 km | $511 | $1/passenger |
| YBW - Bedwell Harbour | 38 km | $554 | $1/passenger |
| ESD - Eastsound | 47 km | $686 | $1/passenger |
| YGG - Ganges | 48 km | $700 | $1/passenger |
| NUW - Whidbey Island | 55 km | $802 | $2/passenger |
| MVW - Skagit | 72 km | $1,050 | $2/passenger |
| BLI - Bellingham | 75 km | $1,094 | $2/passenger |
| YDT - Boundary Bay | 77 km | $1,123 | $2/passenger |
| YCD - Nanaimo | 78 km | $1,138 | $2/passenger |
| YVR - Vancouver | 87 km | $1,269 | $3/passenger |
| YLY - Langley Township | 93 km | $1,357 | $3/passenger |
| ZNA - Nanaimo | 94 km | $1,371 | $3/passenger |
| CXH - Vancouver | 99 km | $1,444 | $3/passenger |
| PAE - Everett | 100 km | $1,459 | $3/passenger |
| YXX - Abbotsford | 101 km | $1,473 | $3/passenger |
| PWT - Bremerton | 114 km | $1,663 | $3/passenger |
| BFI - Seattle | 128 km | $1,867 | $4/passenger |
| YCW - Chilliwack | 134 km | $1,955 | $4/passenger |
| SHN - Shelton | 134 km | $1,955 | $4/passenger |
| SEA - Seattle | 135 km | $1,969 | $4/passenger |
| RNT - Renton | 136 km | $1,984 | $4/passenger |
| TIW - Tacoma | 142 km | $2,071 | $4/passenger |
| YSE - Squamish | 152 km | $2,217 | $4/passenger |
| TCM - Tacoma | 159 km | $2,319 | $5/passenger |
| GRF - Fort Lewis | 161 km | $2,349 | $5/passenger |
| YGB - Texada | 163 km | $2,378 | $5/passenger |
| OLM - Olympia | 166 km | $2,422 | $5/passenger |
| HQM - Hoquiam | 167 km | $2,436 | $5/passenger |
| YHE - Hope | 174 km | $2,538 | $5/passenger |
| YPW - Powell River | 176 km | $2,567 | $5/passenger |
| YQQ - Comox | 180 km | $2,626 | $5/passenger |
| YAZ - Tofino | 190 km | $2,772 | $6/passenger |
| YWS - Whistler | 194 km | $2,830 | $6/passenger |
| CLS - Chehalis | 197 km | $2,874 | $6/passenger |
| YBL - Campbell River | 218 km | $3,180 | $6/passenger |
| AST - Astoria | 255 km | $3,720 | $7/passenger |
| KLS - Kelso | 259 km | $3,778 | $8/passenger |
| EAT - Wenatchee | 263 km | $3,837 | $8/passenger |
| YKM - Yakima | 297 km | $4,333 | $9/passenger |
| YYF - Penticton | 300 km | $4,376 | $9/passenger |
| PDX - Portland | 321 km | $4,683 | $9/passenger |
| HIO - Hillsboro | 322 km | $4,697 | $9/passenger |
| TTD - Troutdale | 328 km | $4,785 | $10/passenger |
| YKA - Kamloops | 330 km | $4,814 | $10/passenger |
| MWH - Grant County Airport | 333 km | $4,858 | $10/passenger |
| OTK - Tillamook | 336 km | $4,902 | $10/passenger |
| YLW - Kelowna | 337 km | $4,916 | $10/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YWH 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 YWH
- 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 Victoria
Victoria 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 YWH
Traveling through Victoria 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 YWH
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Victoria Harbour Seaplane Base
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YWH
- 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 YWH are YYJ, FRD, LPS — consider these for potentially lower fares