YWS - Whistler/Green Lake Water Aerodrome
Whistler, Canada
IATA Code: YWS · Whistler, Canada
The airport code YWS is the IATA identifier for Whistler/Green Lake Water Aerodrome. You may also find it referred to as Whistler Airport (YWS).
Whistler/Green Lake Water Aerodrome (YWS) serves Whistler, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YWS is the IATA airport code for Whistler/Green Lake Water Aerodrome, located in Whistler, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 50.1436°N, 122.9490°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
- YWS
- City
- Whistler
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Vancouver
- Latitude
- 50.1436°
- Longitude
- -122.9490°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YWS
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YSE - Squamish | 43 km | $627 | $1/passenger |
| CXH - Vancouver | 95 km | $1,386 | $3/passenger |
| YVR - Vancouver | 107 km | $1,561 | $3/passenger |
| YPW - Powell River | 116 km | $1,692 | $3/passenger |
| YLY - Langley Township | 118 km | $1,721 | $3/passenger |
| YDT - Boundary Bay | 119 km | $1,736 | $3/passenger |
| YGB - Texada | 123 km | $1,794 | $4/passenger |
| ZNA - Nanaimo | 129 km | $1,882 | $4/passenger |
| YXX - Abbotsford | 131 km | $1,911 | $4/passenger |
| YCW - Chilliwack | 132 km | $1,926 | $4/passenger |
| YHE - Hope | 135 km | $1,969 | $4/passenger |
| YCD - Nanaimo | 138 km | $2,013 | $4/passenger |
| YQQ - Comox | 147 km | $2,144 | $4/passenger |
| YGG - Ganges | 149 km | $2,174 | $4/passenger |
| BLI - Bellingham | 153 km | $2,232 | $4/passenger |
| YBW - Bedwell Harbour | 156 km | $2,276 | $5/passenger |
| ESD - Eastsound | 160 km | $2,334 | $5/passenger |
| YBL - Campbell River | 167 km | $2,436 | $5/passenger |
| YYJ - Victoria | 170 km | $2,480 | $5/passenger |
| FRD - Friday Harbor | 180 km | $2,626 | $5/passenger |
| LPS - Lopez | 185 km | $2,699 | $5/passenger |
| YKA - Kamloops | 188 km | $2,743 | $5/passenger |
| MVW - Skagit | 190 km | $2,772 | $6/passenger |
| YWH - Victoria | 194 km | $2,830 | $6/passenger |
| NUW - Whidbey Island | 200 km | $2,918 | $6/passenger |
| ZMH - 108 Mile Ranch | 210 km | $3,063 | $6/passenger |
| CLM - Port Angeles | 229 km | $3,341 | $7/passenger |
| YAZ - Tofino | 235 km | $3,428 | $7/passenger |
| YWL - Williams Lake | 235 km | $3,428 | $7/passenger |
| YYF - Penticton | 252 km | $3,676 | $7/passenger |
| PAE - Everett | 253 km | $3,691 | $7/passenger |
| YLW - Kelowna | 256 km | $3,735 | $7/passenger |
| YVE - Vernon | 258 km | $3,764 | $8/passenger |
| YSN - Salmon Arm | 270 km | $3,939 | $8/passenger |
| YAL - Alert Bay | 286 km | $4,172 | $8/passenger |
| BFI - Seattle | 294 km | $4,289 | $9/passenger |
| PWT - Bremerton | 295 km | $4,303 | $9/passenger |
| RNT - Renton | 300 km | $4,376 | $9/passenger |
| SEA - Seattle | 303 km | $4,420 | $9/passenger |
| YAA - Anahim Lake | 304 km | $4,435 | $9/passenger |
| YZT - Port Hardy | 319 km | $4,654 | $9/passenger |
| TIW - Tacoma | 321 km | $4,683 | $9/passenger |
| YQZ - Quesnel | 322 km | $4,697 | $9/passenger |
| SHN - Shelton | 324 km | $4,727 | $9/passenger |
| TCM - Tacoma | 336 km | $4,902 | $10/passenger |
| GRF - Fort Lewis | 342 km | $4,989 | $10/passenger |
| YRV - Revelstoke | 349 km | $5,091 | $10/passenger |
| ZGF - Grand Forks | 349 km | $5,091 | $10/passenger |
| OLM - Olympia | 353 km | $5,150 | $10/passenger |
| QBC - Bella Coola | 356 km | $5,193 | $10/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YWS 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 YWS
- 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 Whistler
Whistler 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 YWS
Traveling through Whistler 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 YWS
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Whistler/Green Lake Water Aerodrome
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YWS
- 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 YWS are YSE, CXH, YVR — consider these for potentially lower fares