YXL - Sioux Lookout Airport
Sioux Lookout, Canada
IATA Code: YXL · Sioux Lookout, Canada
The airport code YXL is the IATA identifier for Sioux Lookout Airport. You may also find it referred to as Sioux Lookout Airport (YXL).
Sioux Lookout Airport (YXL) serves Sioux Lookout, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YXL is the IATA airport code for Sioux Lookout Airport, located in Sioux Lookout, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 50.1139°N, 91.9053°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
- YXL
- City
- Sioux Lookout
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Winnipeg
- Latitude
- 50.1139°
- Longitude
- -91.9053°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YXL
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YHD - Dryden | 68 km | $992 | $2/passenger |
| ZUC - Ignace | 77 km | $1,123 | $2/passenger |
| YIB - Atikokan | 150 km | $2,188 | $4/passenger |
| YRL - Red Lake | 170 km | $2,480 | $5/passenger |
| YAC - Cat Lake | 179 km | $2,611 | $5/passenger |
| YQK - Kenora | 180 km | $2,626 | $5/passenger |
| YPL - Pickle Lake | 190 km | $2,772 | $6/passenger |
| YAG - Fort Frances | 197 km | $2,874 | $6/passenger |
| INL - International Falls | 203 km | $2,961 | $6/passenger |
| YYW - Armstrong | 214 km | $3,122 | $6/passenger |
| YPM - Pikangikum | 239 km | $3,487 | $7/passenger |
| BDE - Baudette | 249 km | $3,632 | $7/passenger |
| LYU - Ely | 255 km | $3,720 | $7/passenger |
| YQT - Thunder Bay | 269 km | $3,924 | $8/passenger |
| YNO - North Spirit Lake | 274 km | $3,997 | $8/passenger |
| YHP - Poplar Hill | 276 km | $4,026 | $8/passenger |
| GRM - Grand Marais | 276 km | $4,026 | $8/passenger |
| YBS - Musselwhite Mine | 297 km | $4,333 | $9/passenger |
| HIB - Hibbing | 311 km | $4,537 | $9/passenger |
| ZRJ - Round Lake | 317 km | $4,624 | $9/passenger |
| YVZ - Deer Lake | 320 km | $4,668 | $9/passenger |
| YFH - Fort Hope | 324 km | $4,727 | $9/passenger |
| KEW - Keewaywin | 326 km | $4,756 | $10/passenger |
| ZGR - Little Grand Rapids | 329 km | $4,799 | $10/passenger |
| ZSJ - Sandy Lake | 343 km | $5,004 | $10/passenger |
| GPZ - Grand Rapids MN | 344 km | $5,018 | $10/passenger |
| KIF - Kingfisher Lake | 352 km | $5,135 | $10/passenger |
| YGQ - Geraldton | 357 km | $5,208 | $10/passenger |
| WNN - Wunnumin Lake | 358 km | $5,223 | $10/passenger |
| YLH - Lansdowne House | 361 km | $5,266 | $11/passenger |
| DLH - Duluth | 364 km | $5,310 | $11/passenger |
| BJI - Bemidji | 365 km | $5,325 | $11/passenger |
| YGM - Gimli | 369 km | $5,383 | $11/passenger |
| MSA - Muskrat Dam | 370 km | $5,398 | $11/passenger |
| SUR - Summer Beaver | 371 km | $5,412 | $11/passenger |
| YQN - Nakina | 371 km | $5,412 | $11/passenger |
| YWG - Winnipeg | 382 km | $5,573 | $11/passenger |
| TVF - Thief River Falls | 386 km | $5,631 | $11/passenger |
| PMB - Pembina | 406 km | $5,923 | $12/passenger |
| CMX - Hancock | 413 km | $6,025 | $12/passenger |
| ZPB - Sachigo Lake | 420 km | $6,127 | $12/passenger |
| YSP - Marathon | 429 km | $6,258 | $13/passenger |
| XBE - Bearskin Lake | 432 km | $6,302 | $13/passenger |
| YTL - Big Trout Lake | 434 km | $6,331 | $13/passenger |
| YBV - Berens River | 435 km | $6,346 | $13/passenger |
| XKS - Kasabonika | 440 km | $6,419 | $13/passenger |
| YAX - Angling Lake | 445 km | $6,492 | $13/passenger |
| YWP - Webequie | 445 km | $6,492 | $13/passenger |
| BRD - Brainerd | 445 km | $6,492 | $13/passenger |
| YMG - Manitouwadge | 450 km | $6,565 | $13/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YXL 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 YXL
- 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 Sioux Lookout
Sioux Lookout 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 YXL
Traveling through Sioux Lookout 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 YXL
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Sioux Lookout Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YXL
- 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 YXL are YHD, ZUC, YIB — consider these for potentially lower fares