YYF - Penticton Airport
Penticton, Canada
IATA Code: YYF · Penticton, Canada
The airport code YYF is the IATA identifier for Penticton Airport. You may also find it referred to as Penticton Airport (YYF).
Penticton Airport (YYF) serves Penticton, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YYF is the IATA airport code for Penticton Airport, located in Penticton, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 49.4631°N, 119.6020°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
- YYF
- City
- Penticton
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Vancouver
- Latitude
- 49.4631°
- Longitude
- -119.6020°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YYF
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YLW - Kelowna | 57 km | $832 | $2/passenger |
| YVE - Vernon | 89 km | $1,298 | $3/passenger |
| ZGF - Grand Forks | 99 km | $1,444 | $3/passenger |
| YHE - Hope | 138 km | $2,013 | $4/passenger |
| YSN - Salmon Arm | 138 km | $2,013 | $4/passenger |
| YCG - Castlegar | 144 km | $2,101 | $4/passenger |
| YKA - Kamloops | 150 km | $2,188 | $4/passenger |
| YZZ - Trail | 152 km | $2,217 | $4/passenger |
| YCW - Chilliwack | 173 km | $2,524 | $5/passenger |
| YRV - Revelstoke | 195 km | $2,845 | $6/passenger |
| YXX - Abbotsford | 206 km | $3,005 | $6/passenger |
| YLY - Langley Township | 223 km | $3,253 | $7/passenger |
| BLI - Bellingham | 226 km | $3,297 | $7/passenger |
| MVW - Skagit | 233 km | $3,399 | $7/passenger |
| EAT - Wenatchee | 234 km | $3,414 | $7/passenger |
| SKA - Spokane | 250 km | $3,647 | $7/passenger |
| YDT - Boundary Bay | 251 km | $3,662 | $7/passenger |
| MWH - Grant County Airport | 252 km | $3,676 | $7/passenger |
| YWS - Whistler | 252 km | $3,676 | $7/passenger |
| GEG - Spokane | 255 km | $3,720 | $7/passenger |
| NUW - Whidbey Island | 255 km | $3,720 | $7/passenger |
| CXH - Vancouver | 255 km | $3,720 | $7/passenger |
| ESD - Eastsound | 255 km | $3,720 | $7/passenger |
| SFF - Spokane | 259 km | $3,778 | $8/passenger |
| YSE - Squamish | 259 km | $3,778 | $8/passenger |
| YVR - Vancouver | 261 km | $3,807 | $8/passenger |
| PAE - Everett | 262 km | $3,822 | $8/passenger |
| LPS - Lopez | 267 km | $3,895 | $8/passenger |
| FRD - Friday Harbor | 271 km | $3,953 | $8/passenger |
| YXC - Cranbrook | 276 km | $4,026 | $8/passenger |
| YBW - Bedwell Harbour | 276 km | $4,026 | $8/passenger |
| COE - Coeur d'''Alene | 278 km | $4,055 | $8/passenger |
| ZMH - 108 Mile Ranch | 281 km | $4,099 | $8/passenger |
| YGG - Ganges | 291 km | $4,245 | $8/passenger |
| RNT - Renton | 292 km | $4,260 | $9/passenger |
| YYJ - Victoria | 293 km | $4,274 | $9/passenger |
| BFI - Seattle | 293 km | $4,274 | $9/passenger |
| SEA - Seattle | 300 km | $4,376 | $9/passenger |
| YWH - Victoria | 300 km | $4,376 | $9/passenger |
| YCD - Nanaimo | 313 km | $4,566 | $9/passenger |
| ZNA - Nanaimo | 317 km | $4,624 | $9/passenger |
| PWT - Bremerton | 320 km | $4,668 | $9/passenger |
| CLM - Port Angeles | 322 km | $4,697 | $9/passenger |
| TIW - Tacoma | 328 km | $4,785 | $10/passenger |
| YKM - Yakima | 329 km | $4,799 | $10/passenger |
| TCM - Tacoma | 335 km | $4,887 | $10/passenger |
| GRF - Fort Lewis | 345 km | $5,033 | $10/passenger |
| YBA - Banff | 347 km | $5,062 | $10/passenger |
| YWL - Williams Lake | 348 km | $5,077 | $10/passenger |
| PUW - Pullman | 354 km | $5,164 | $10/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YYF 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 YYF
- 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 Penticton
Penticton 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 YYF
Traveling through Penticton 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 YYF
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Penticton Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YYF
- 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 YYF are YLW, YVE, ZGF — consider these for potentially lower fares