ZSJ - Sandy Lake Airport

Sandy Lake, Canada

IATA Code: ZSJ · Sandy Lake, Canada

The airport code ZSJ is the IATA identifier for Sandy Lake Airport. You may also find it referred to as Sandy Lake Airport (ZSJ).

Sandy Lake Airport (ZSJ) serves Sandy Lake, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.

ZSJ is the IATA airport code for Sandy Lake Airport, located in Sandy Lake, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 53.0642°N, 93.3444°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
ZSJ
City
Sandy Lake
Country
Canada
Timezone
America/Winnipeg
Latitude
53.0642°
Longitude
-93.3444°
Type
airport
Fuel Region
North America

Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ZSJ

Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.

Destination Distance Est. Fuel Cost Fuel Surcharge*
KEW - Keewaywin 35 km $511 $1/passenger
YVZ - Deer Lake 66 km $963 $2/passenger
YNO - North Spirit Lake 69 km $1,007 $2/passenger
MSA - Muskrat Dam 113 km $1,648 $3/passenger
ZPB - Sachigo Lake 119 km $1,736 $3/passenger
YHP - Poplar Hill 122 km $1,780 $4/passenger
YRS - Red Sucker Lake 123 km $1,794 $4/passenger
YIV - Island Lake 124 km $1,809 $4/passenger
YST - St. Theresa Point 132 km $1,926 $4/passenger
ZRJ - Round Lake 137 km $1,999 $4/passenger
YPM - Pikangikum 145 km $2,115 $4/passenger
YAC - Cat Lake 181 km $2,640 $5/passenger
YGO - Gods Lake Narrows 182 km $2,655 $5/passenger
XBE - Bearskin Lake 183 km $2,670 $5/passenger
ZGR - Little Grand Rapids 183 km $2,670 $5/passenger
ZGI - Gods River 203 km $2,961 $6/passenger
YBS - Musselwhite Mine 206 km $3,005 $6/passenger
YRL - Red Lake 224 km $3,268 $7/passenger
KIF - Kingfisher Lake 233 km $3,399 $7/passenger
YOH - Oxford House 243 km $3,545 $7/passenger
YTL - Big Trout Lake 243 km $3,545 $7/passenger
YBV - Berens River 260 km $3,793 $8/passenger
XPP - Poplar River 263 km $3,837 $8/passenger
YAX - Angling Lake 264 km $3,851 $8/passenger
WNN - Wunnumin Lake 272 km $3,968 $8/passenger
YPL - Pickle Lake 279 km $4,070 $8/passenger
YNE - Norway House 314 km $4,581 $9/passenger
XKS - Kasabonika 317 km $4,624 $9/passenger
ZTM - Shamattawa 322 km $4,697 $9/passenger
SUR - Summer Beaver 325 km $4,741 $9/passenger
YCR - Cross Lake 337 km $4,916 $10/passenger
YXL - Sioux Lookout 343 km $5,004 $10/passenger
ZJG - Jenpeg 349 km $5,091 $10/passenger
YHD - Dryden 362 km $5,281 $11/passenger
ILF - Ilford 364 km $5,310 $11/passenger
YQK - Kenora 371 km $5,412 $11/passenger
YGM - Gimli 371 km $5,412 $11/passenger
PIW - Pikwitonei 374 km $5,456 $11/passenger
YGX - Gillam 377 km $5,500 $11/passenger
YLH - Lansdowne House 378 km $5,514 $11/passenger
YTD - Thicket Portage 379 km $5,529 $11/passenger
ZAC - York Landing 380 km $5,543 $11/passenger
KES - Kelsey 388 km $5,660 $11/passenger
YWP - Webequie 399 km $5,821 $12/passenger
YFH - Fort Hope 405 km $5,908 $12/passenger
ZUC - Ignace 420 km $6,127 $12/passenger
YTH - Thompson 422 km $6,156 $12/passenger
YYW - Armstrong 434 km $6,331 $13/passenger
YWG - Winnipeg 442 km $6,448 $13/passenger
YPG - Portage-la-prairie 490 km $7,148 $14/passenger

* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.

How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ZSJ 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.

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Climate & Weather at Sandy Lake

Sandy Lake 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 ZSJ

Traveling through Sandy Lake 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 ZSJ

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