YYH - Taloyoak Airport
Spence Bay, Canada
IATA Code: YYH · Spence Bay, Canada
The airport code YYH is the IATA identifier for Taloyoak Airport. You may also find it referred to as Spence Bay Airport (YYH).
Taloyoak Airport (YYH) serves Spence Bay, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YYH is the IATA airport code for Taloyoak Airport, located in Spence Bay, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 69.5467°N, 93.5767°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
- YYH
- City
- Spence Bay
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Edmonton
- Latitude
- 69.5467°
- Longitude
- -93.5767°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YYH
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YHK - Gjoa Haven | 136 km | $1,984 | $4/passenger |
| YBB - Pelly Bay | 187 km | $2,728 | $5/passenger |
| YUT - Repulse Bay | 454 km | $6,623 | $13/passenger |
| YCB - Cambridge Bay | 456 km | $6,652 | $13/passenger |
| YGT - Igloolik | 459 km | $6,696 | $13/passenger |
| YAB - Arctic Bay | 490 km | $7,148 | $14/passenger |
| YUX - Hall Beach | 494 km | $7,206 | $14/passenger |
| YSR - Nanisivik | 497 km | $7,250 | $15/passenger |
| JOJ - Doris Lake | 544 km | $7,936 | $16/passenger |
| YRB - Resolute | 577 km | $8,417 | $17/passenger |
| YBK - Baker Lake | 593 km | $8,651 | $17/passenger |
| YIO - Pond Inlet | 658 km | $9,599 | $19/passenger |
| YCS - Chesterfield Inlet | 701 km | $10,226 | $20/passenger |
| YZS - Coral Harbour | 742 km | $10,824 | $22/passenger |
| YRT - Rankin Inlet | 752 km | $10,970 | $22/passenger |
| YXN - Whale Cove | 814 km | $11,875 | $24/passenger |
| YGZ - Grise Fiord | 837 km | $12,210 | $24/passenger |
| YCO - Coppermine | 888 km | $12,954 | $26/passenger |
| YOA - Ekati | 908 km | $13,246 | $26/passenger |
| YHI - Holman Island | 918 km | $13,392 | $27/passenger |
| YEK - Eskimo Point | 940 km | $13,713 | $27/passenger |
| YTE - Cape Dorset | 945 km | $13,786 | $28/passenger |
| YCY - Clyde River | 951 km | $13,873 | $28/passenger |
| YIK - Ivujivik | 1,057 km | $15,420 | $31/passenger |
| YFJ - Wekweeti | 1,067 km | $15,565 | $31/passenger |
| YSG - Lutselk'''e | 1,101 km | $16,061 | $32/passenger |
| THU - Thule | 1,104 km | $16,105 | $32/passenger |
| YZG - Salluit | 1,147 km | $16,732 | $33/passenger |
| NAQ - Qaanaaq | 1,150 km | $16,776 | $34/passenger |
| YSY - Sachs Harbour | 1,176 km | $17,155 | $34/passenger |
| YPC - Paulatuk | 1,178 km | $17,185 | $34/passenger |
| YEU - Eureka | 1,181 km | $17,228 | $34/passenger |
| YRA - Gamètì | 1,190 km | $17,360 | $35/passenger |
| AKV - Akulivik | 1,201 km | $17,520 | $35/passenger |
| YYQ - Churchill | 1,202 km | $17,535 | $35/passenger |
| YVM - Broughton Island | 1,209 km | $17,637 | $35/passenger |
| YXP - Pangnirtung | 1,216 km | $17,739 | $35/passenger |
| YZF - Yellowknife | 1,218 km | $17,768 | $36/passenger |
| XTL - Tadoule Lake | 1,228 km | $17,914 | $36/passenger |
| YLE - Whatì | 1,262 km | $18,410 | $37/passenger |
| YFB - Iqaluit | 1,264 km | $18,439 | $37/passenger |
| XLB - Lac Brochet | 1,272 km | $18,556 | $37/passenger |
| YSF - Stony Rapids | 1,282 km | $18,702 | $37/passenger |
| YLC - Kimmirut | 1,285 km | $18,746 | $37/passenger |
| YPX - Puvirnituq | 1,299 km | $18,950 | $38/passenger |
| ZFD - Fond-Du-Lac | 1,303 km | $19,008 | $38/passenger |
| YFR - Fort Resolution | 1,305 km | $19,037 | $38/passenger |
| YBE - Uranium City | 1,311 km | $19,125 | $38/passenger |
| YWB - Kangiqsujuaq | 1,319 km | $19,242 | $38/passenger |
| YWJ - Deline | 1,348 km | $19,665 | $39/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YYH 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 YYH
- 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 Spence Bay
Spence Bay 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 YYH
Traveling through Spence Bay 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 YYH
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Taloyoak Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YYH
- 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 YYH are YHK, YBB, YUT — consider these for potentially lower fares