YXP - Pangnirtung Airport
Pangnirtung, Canada
IATA Code: YXP · Pangnirtung, Canada
The airport code YXP is the IATA identifier for Pangnirtung Airport. You may also find it referred to as Pangnirtung Airport (YXP).
Pangnirtung Airport (YXP) serves Pangnirtung, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YXP is the IATA airport code for Pangnirtung Airport, located in Pangnirtung, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 66.1450°N, 65.7136°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
- YXP
- City
- Pangnirtung
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Toronto
- Latitude
- 66.1450°
- Longitude
- -65.7136°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YXP
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YVM - Broughton Island | 172 km | $2,509 | $5/passenger |
| YFB - Iqaluit | 297 km | $4,333 | $9/passenger |
| YLC - Kimmirut | 417 km | $6,083 | $12/passenger |
| YCY - Clyde River | 496 km | $7,236 | $14/passenger |
| JHS - Sisimiut | 537 km | $7,834 | $16/passenger |
| YTE - Cape Dorset | 547 km | $7,980 | $16/passenger |
| QGQ - Attu | 560 km | $8,169 | $16/passenger |
| QRY - Ikerasaarsuk | 573 km | $8,359 | $17/passenger |
| QPW - Kangaatsiaq | 579 km | $8,446 | $17/passenger |
| JSU - Maniitsoq | 587 km | $8,563 | $17/passenger |
| YWB - Kangiqsujuaq | 590 km | $8,607 | $17/passenger |
| YQC - Quaqtaq | 599 km | $8,738 | $17/passenger |
| QJE - Kitsissuarsuit | 613 km | $8,942 | $18/passenger |
| JGO - Qeqertarsuaq Airport | 618 km | $9,015 | $18/passenger |
| JEG - Aasiaat | 620 km | $9,045 | $18/passenger |
| YZG - Salluit | 652 km | $9,511 | $19/passenger |
| QJI - Ikamiut | 653 km | $9,526 | $19/passenger |
| SFJ - Sondrestrom | 668 km | $9,745 | $19/passenger |
| JCH - Qasigiannguit | 685 km | $9,993 | $20/passenger |
| GOH - Godthaab | 689 km | $10,051 | $20/passenger |
| XIQ - Ilimanaq | 697 km | $10,168 | $20/passenger |
| JAV - Ilulissat | 706 km | $10,299 | $21/passenger |
| YKG - Kangirsuk | 713 km | $10,401 | $21/passenger |
| YIK - Ivujivik | 719 km | $10,489 | $21/passenger |
| YUX - Hall Beach | 721 km | $10,518 | $21/passenger |
| QQT - Qeqertaq | 733 km | $10,693 | $21/passenger |
| JQA - Uummannaq | 734 km | $10,708 | $21/passenger |
| UMD - Uummannaq | 748 km | $10,912 | $22/passenger |
| YGT - Igloolik | 763 km | $11,131 | $22/passenger |
| YPJ - Aupaluk | 786 km | $11,466 | $23/passenger |
| JUV - Upernavik | 826 km | $12,050 | $24/passenger |
| XGR - Kangiqsualujjuaq | 827 km | $12,064 | $24/passenger |
| YZS - Coral Harbour | 849 km | $12,385 | $25/passenger |
| AKV - Akulivik | 853 km | $12,444 | $25/passenger |
| YTQ - Tasiujaq | 859 km | $12,531 | $25/passenger |
| YIO - Pond Inlet | 867 km | $12,648 | $25/passenger |
| YPX - Puvirnituq | 891 km | $12,998 | $26/passenger |
| JFR - Paamiut | 903 km | $13,173 | $26/passenger |
| YVP - Quujjuaq | 906 km | $13,217 | $26/passenger |
| YUT - Repulse Bay | 912 km | $13,304 | $27/passenger |
| YSR - Nanisivik | 1,048 km | $15,288 | $31/passenger |
| YBB - Pelly Bay | 1,058 km | $15,434 | $31/passenger |
| YAB - Arctic Bay | 1,060 km | $15,463 | $31/passenger |
| YPH - Inukjuak | 1,062 km | $15,492 | $31/passenger |
| YDP - Nain | 1,088 km | $15,872 | $32/passenger |
| JNS - Narsaq | 1,127 km | $16,441 | $33/passenger |
| UAK - Narssarssuaq | 1,137 km | $16,587 | $33/passenger |
| JJU - Qaqortoq | 1,143 km | $16,674 | $33/passenger |
| QFG - Eqalugaarsuit | 1,155 km | $16,849 | $34/passenger |
| THU - Thule | 1,159 km | $16,907 | $34/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YXP 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 YXP
- 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 Pangnirtung
Pangnirtung 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 YXP
Traveling through Pangnirtung 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 YXP
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Pangnirtung Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YXP
- 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 YXP are YVM, YFB, YLC — consider these for potentially lower fares