YYJ - Victoria International Airport
Victoria, Canada
IATA Code: YYJ · Victoria, Canada
The airport code YYJ is the IATA identifier for Victoria International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Victoria Airport (YYJ).
Victoria International Airport (YYJ) serves Victoria, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
YYJ is the IATA airport code for Victoria International Airport, located in Victoria, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 48.6469°N, 123.4260°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
- YYJ
- City
- Victoria
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- America/Vancouver
- Latitude
- 48.6469°
- Longitude
- -123.4260°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from YYJ
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YBW - Bedwell Harbour | 18 km | $263 | $1/passenger |
| YGG - Ganges | 24 km | $350 | $1/passenger |
| YWH - Victoria | 25 km | $365 | $1/passenger |
| FRD - Friday Harbor | 33 km | $481 | $1/passenger |
| ESD - Eastsound | 38 km | $554 | $1/passenger |
| LPS - Lopez | 40 km | $584 | $1/passenger |
| YCD - Nanaimo | 56 km | $817 | $2/passenger |
| YDT - Boundary Bay | 56 km | $817 | $2/passenger |
| CLM - Port Angeles | 59 km | $861 | $2/passenger |
| YVR - Vancouver | 63 km | $919 | $2/passenger |
| NUW - Whidbey Island | 66 km | $963 | $2/passenger |
| BLI - Bellingham | 67 km | $977 | $2/passenger |
| ZNA - Nanaimo | 71 km | $1,036 | $2/passenger |
| CXH - Vancouver | 76 km | $1,109 | $2/passenger |
| YLY - Langley Township | 77 km | $1,123 | $2/passenger |
| MVW - Skagit | 77 km | $1,123 | $2/passenger |
| YXX - Abbotsford | 89 km | $1,298 | $3/passenger |
| PAE - Everett | 118 km | $1,721 | $3/passenger |
| YCW - Chilliwack | 122 km | $1,780 | $4/passenger |
| YSE - Squamish | 128 km | $1,867 | $4/passenger |
| PWT - Bremerton | 138 km | $2,013 | $4/passenger |
| YGB - Texada | 141 km | $2,057 | $4/passenger |
| BFI - Seattle | 150 km | $2,188 | $4/passenger |
| YPW - Powell River | 153 km | $2,232 | $4/passenger |
| SEA - Seattle | 157 km | $2,290 | $5/passenger |
| RNT - Renton | 157 km | $2,290 | $5/passenger |
| YQQ - Comox | 159 km | $2,319 | $5/passenger |
| SHN - Shelton | 159 km | $2,319 | $5/passenger |
| YHE - Hope | 162 km | $2,363 | $5/passenger |
| TIW - Tacoma | 166 km | $2,422 | $5/passenger |
| YWS - Whistler | 170 km | $2,480 | $5/passenger |
| YAZ - Tofino | 178 km | $2,597 | $5/passenger |
| TCM - Tacoma | 182 km | $2,655 | $5/passenger |
| GRF - Fort Lewis | 185 km | $2,699 | $5/passenger |
| HQM - Hoquiam | 190 km | $2,772 | $6/passenger |
| OLM - Olympia | 191 km | $2,786 | $6/passenger |
| YBL - Campbell River | 197 km | $2,874 | $6/passenger |
| CLS - Chehalis | 222 km | $3,239 | $6/passenger |
| EAT - Wenatchee | 277 km | $4,041 | $8/passenger |
| AST - Astoria | 279 km | $4,070 | $8/passenger |
| KLS - Kelso | 284 km | $4,143 | $8/passenger |
| YYF - Penticton | 293 km | $4,274 | $9/passenger |
| YKA - Kamloops | 313 km | $4,566 | $9/passenger |
| YKM - Yakima | 316 km | $4,610 | $9/passenger |
| YLW - Kelowna | 328 km | $4,785 | $10/passenger |
| YAL - Alert Bay | 331 km | $4,829 | $10/passenger |
| MWH - Grant County Airport | 345 km | $5,033 | $10/passenger |
| YVE - Vernon | 345 km | $5,033 | $10/passenger |
| PDX - Portland | 346 km | $5,047 | $10/passenger |
| HIO - Hillsboro | 347 km | $5,062 | $10/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your YYJ 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 YYJ
- 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 Victoria
Victoria 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 YYJ
Traveling through Victoria 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 YYJ
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Victoria International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from YYJ
- 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 YYJ are YBW, YGG, YWH — consider these for potentially lower fares