ZUC - Ignace Municipal Airport
Ignace, Canada
IATA Code: ZUC · Ignace, Canada
The airport code ZUC is the IATA identifier for Ignace Municipal Airport. You may also find it referred to as Ignace Airport (ZUC).
Ignace Municipal Airport (ZUC) serves Ignace, Canada, in the North America fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
ZUC is the IATA airport code for Ignace Municipal Airport, located in Ignace, Canada. The airport is situated at coordinates 49.4297°N, 91.7178°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
- ZUC
- City
- Ignace
- Country
- Canada
- Timezone
- N
- Latitude
- 49.4297°
- Longitude
- -91.7178°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- North America
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ZUC
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| YIB - Atikokan | 73 km | $1,065 | $2/passenger |
| YXL - Sioux Lookout | 77 km | $1,123 | $2/passenger |
| YHD - Dryden | 86 km | $1,255 | $3/passenger |
| YAG - Fort Frances | 152 km | $2,217 | $4/passenger |
| INL - International Falls | 156 km | $2,276 | $5/passenger |
| LYU - Ely | 179 km | $2,611 | $5/passenger |
| YQK - Kenora | 195 km | $2,845 | $6/passenger |
| GRM - Grand Marais | 202 km | $2,947 | $6/passenger |
| YQT - Thunder Bay | 211 km | $3,078 | $6/passenger |
| YYW - Armstrong | 223 km | $3,253 | $7/passenger |
| BDE - Baudette | 225 km | $3,282 | $7/passenger |
| YRL - Red Lake | 234 km | $3,414 | $7/passenger |
| HIB - Hibbing | 242 km | $3,530 | $7/passenger |
| YPL - Pickle Lake | 248 km | $3,618 | $7/passenger |
| YAC - Cat Lake | 256 km | $3,735 | $7/passenger |
| GPZ - Grand Rapids MN | 280 km | $4,085 | $8/passenger |
| DLH - Duluth | 290 km | $4,231 | $8/passenger |
| YPM - Pikangikum | 310 km | $4,522 | $9/passenger |
| BJI - Bemidji | 319 km | $4,654 | $9/passenger |
| YGQ - Geraldton | 346 km | $5,047 | $10/passenger |
| CMX - Hancock | 347 km | $5,062 | $10/passenger |
| YHP - Poplar Hill | 348 km | $5,077 | $10/passenger |
| YNO - North Spirit Lake | 351 km | $5,120 | $10/passenger |
| YFH - Fort Hope | 359 km | $5,237 | $10/passenger |
| TVF - Thief River Falls | 361 km | $5,266 | $11/passenger |
| YBS - Musselwhite Mine | 365 km | $5,325 | $11/passenger |
| YQN - Nakina | 370 km | $5,398 | $11/passenger |
| HYR - Hayward | 379 km | $5,529 | $11/passenger |
| BRD - Brainerd | 382 km | $5,573 | $11/passenger |
| ZRJ - Round Lake | 392 km | $5,718 | $11/passenger |
| ZGR - Little Grand Rapids | 393 km | $5,733 | $11/passenger |
| YVZ - Deer Lake | 394 km | $5,748 | $11/passenger |
| YSP - Marathon | 398 km | $5,806 | $12/passenger |
| YWG - Winnipeg | 401 km | $5,850 | $12/passenger |
| YGM - Gimli | 403 km | $5,879 | $12/passenger |
| KEW - Keewaywin | 404 km | $5,894 | $12/passenger |
| PMB - Pembina | 405 km | $5,908 | $12/passenger |
| YLH - Lansdowne House | 406 km | $5,923 | $12/passenger |
| ARV - Minocqua - Woodruff | 417 km | $6,083 | $12/passenger |
| KIF - Kingfisher Lake | 419 km | $6,112 | $12/passenger |
| ZSJ - Sandy Lake | 420 km | $6,127 | $12/passenger |
| WNN - Wunnumin Lake | 421 km | $6,142 | $12/passenger |
| SUR - Summer Beaver | 427 km | $6,229 | $12/passenger |
| YMG - Manitouwadge | 427 km | $6,229 | $12/passenger |
| EGV - Eagle River | 430 km | $6,273 | $13/passenger |
| GFK - Grand Forks | 433 km | $6,317 | $13/passenger |
| MSA - Muskrat Dam | 446 km | $6,506 | $13/passenger |
| RDR - Red River | 448 km | $6,535 | $13/passenger |
| RHI - Rhinelander | 455 km | $6,638 | $13/passenger |
| STC - Saint Cloud | 466 km | $6,798 | $14/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ZUC 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 ZUC
- 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 Ignace
Ignace 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 ZUC
ZUC provides air connectivity for Ignace, Canada. Travelers should check entry requirements, local transport options, and current fuel price impacts before booking flights through this airport.
🇺🇳 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 ZUC
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Ignace Municipal Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from ZUC
- 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 ZUC are YIB, YXL, YHD — consider these for potentially lower fares