YXK - Rimouski Airport
Rimouski, Canada
IATA Code: YXK · Rimouski, Canada
The airport code YXK is the IATA identifier for Rimouski Airport. You may also find it referred to as Rimouski Airport (YXK).
Rimouski Airport (YXK) serves Rimouski, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YXK is the IATA airport code for Rimouski Airport, located in Rimouski, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 48.4781°N, 68.4969°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
- YXK
- City
- Rimouski
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Toronto
- Latitude
- 48.4781°
- Longitude
- -68.4969°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YXK
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YYY - Mont Joli | 26 km | $379 | $1/passenger |
| YFE - Forestville | 53 km | $773 | $2/passenger |
| YBC - Baie Comeau | 76 km | $1,109 | $2/passenger |
| YME - Matane | 87 km | $1,269 | $3/passenger |
| YRI - Riviere Du Loup | 113 km | $1,648 | $3/passenger |
| WFK - Frenchville | 133 km | $1,940 | $4/passenger |
| YSL - St Leonard | 155 km | $2,261 | $5/passenger |
| YML - Charlevoix | 161 km | $2,349 | $5/passenger |
| YCL - Charlo | 169 km | $2,465 | $5/passenger |
| CAR - Caribou | 182 km | $2,655 | $5/passenger |
| YBG - Bagotville | 185 km | $2,699 | $5/passenger |
| PQI - Presque Isle | 202 km | $2,947 | $6/passenger |
| ZBF - Bathurst | 226 km | $3,297 | $7/passenger |
| YVB - Bonaventure | 229 km | $3,341 | $7/passenger |
| YTF - Alma | 232 km | $3,384 | $7/passenger |
| YZV - Sept-iles | 253 km | $3,691 | $7/passenger |
| HUL - Houlton | 267 km | $3,895 | $8/passenger |
| YRJ - Roberval | 278 km | $4,055 | $8/passenger |
| YCH - Chatham | 280 km | $4,085 | $8/passenger |
| YQB - Quebec | 287 km | $4,187 | $8/passenger |
| YDO - Dolbeau-St-Félicien | 287 km | $4,187 | $8/passenger |
| YGP - Gaspe | 297 km | $4,333 | $9/passenger |
| YFC - Fredericton | 326 km | $4,756 | $10/passenger |
| YPN - Port Menier | 341 km | $4,975 | $10/passenger |
| YQM - Moncton | 390 km | $5,689 | $11/passenger |
| YRQ - Trois Rivieres | 393 km | $5,733 | $11/passenger |
| YSJ - St. John | 403 km | $5,879 | $12/passenger |
| YGV - Havre-Saint-Pierre | 406 km | $5,923 | $12/passenger |
| BGR - Bangor | 409 km | $5,966 | $12/passenger |
| YSC - Sherbrooke | 416 km | $6,069 | $12/passenger |
| YSU - Summerside | 417 km | $6,083 | $12/passenger |
| BHB - Bar Harbor | 448 km | $6,535 | $13/passenger |
| YMT - Chibougamau | 462 km | $6,740 | $13/passenger |
| YYG - Charlottetown | 472 km | $6,886 | $14/passenger |
| AUG - Augusta | 473 km | $6,900 | $14/passenger |
| YZX - Greenwood | 475 km | $6,929 | $14/passenger |
| ZBM - Bromont | 479 km | $6,988 | $14/passenger |
| YDG - Digby | 484 km | $7,061 | $14/passenger |
| RKD - Rockland | 493 km | $7,192 | $14/passenger |
| YHU - Montreal | 497 km | $7,250 | $15/passenger |
| YJN - St. Jean | 507 km | $7,396 | $15/passenger |
| YWK - Wabush | 507 km | $7,396 | $15/passenger |
| LEW - Lewiston | 511 km | $7,454 | $15/passenger |
| YGR - Iles De La Madeleine | 514 km | $7,498 | $15/passenger |
| YUL - Montreal | 520 km | $7,586 | $15/passenger |
| YMX - Montreal | 522 km | $7,615 | $15/passenger |
| YNA - Natashquan | 522 km | $7,615 | $15/passenger |
| NHZ - Brunswick | 522 km | $7,615 | $15/passenger |
| YTM - Mont-Tremblant | 525 km | $7,659 | $15/passenger |
| FRY - Fryeburg | 533 km | $7,775 | $16/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YXK 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 YXK
- 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 Rimouski
Rimouski 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 YXK
Traveling through Rimouski 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 YXK
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Rimouski Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YXK
- 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 YXK are YYY, YFE, YBC — consider these for potentially lower fares