Non-stop flights from Pickle Lake (YPL)
Pickle Lake Airport (IATA: YPL, ICAO: CYPL), also known as Pickle Lake Airport, is a small airport in Canada with domestic flights only.
At present, there are 5 domestic flights from Pickle Lake.
The longest flight from Pickle Lake YPL is a 177 mile (285 km) non-stop route to Bearskin Lake XBE. This direct flight takes around 50 minutes and is operated by Wasaya.
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Only one airline is flying from and to Pickle Lake, which is Wasaya.
Popular destinations from Pickle Lake
Below you can find a list of the most popular destinations from Pickle Lake, based on the number of scheduled flights for this month.
Popular destinations with a stopover
Aside from all non-stop destinations listed above, these are popular destinations from Pickle Lake that require a stopover:
Information on Points & Miles
This section lists destinations within specific distances from Pickle Lake. It's helpful if you're seeking destinations covering certain mileage, which can be useful when planning an award flight or booking with points and miles.
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Destinations from Pickle Lake by flight duration
Discover a variety of destinations from Pickle Lake below, organized by flight duration. This layout allows you to easily identify destinations based on the maximum flight duration you prefer. Additionally, you can utilize the duration filter on the map, which is even more convenient!
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Best time to travel from Pickle Lake
Traveling from Pickle Lake offers you the chance to explore various destinations with diverse climates, including . Keep in mind that the optimal time to visit may vary depending on your chosen location, so check out the information by climate type below.
🌲 ❄️ Subarctic or Alpine destinations
You can fly directly from Pickle Lake to 4 Subarctic / Alpine destinations. Enjoy the natural beauty of the destinations with the Subarctic / Alpine climate, including dense forests and tundra landscapes, which make them perfect for hiking, spotting wildlife, and winter activities.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The most favorable time to visit these subarctic spots (on the Northern Hemisphere) is during the long, sunny winter months from November to March. With a variety of winter sports available in the higher elevations, you’re bound to have a wonderful time. If winter's not your vibe, consider visiting in mid-summer (May - August), when the temperatures are mild and often pleasantly warm, between 15°C (59°F) and 20°C (68°F).




🌳 🍂 Warm Continental destinations
Currently, there is only one warm continental destination accessible from Pickle Lake via a direct flight. Regions in the warm continental climate are famous for their geographical diversity, including wide-open plains, mountains, and forests, making them perfect for outdoor activities like hiking and skiing.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
For the best experience, plan your visit between late spring and the end of summer, as the weather is lovely from May to August, with temperatures between 20°C and 28°C (68°F and 82°F). Keep in mind that winters can be quite cold, with frost present in almost every month from November to March, so if you enjoy winter sports, the snowy conditions in that period are perfect.

International flights from Pickle Lake
Currently there are no international flights departing from Pickle Lake. To get from Pickle Lake to another country you will need a flight with a stopover, for example through Sioux Lookout or Bearskin Lake.
Domestic flights from Pickle Lake
Flights from Pickle Lake to Canada
There are 5 airports in Canada that have non-stop domestic flights from Pickle Lake.
All direct flights from Pickle Lake to Bearskin Lake, Kasabonika First Nation, Kingfisher Lake, Nibinamik First Nation and Sioux Lookout are operated by Wasaya.
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Alternative airports near Pickle Lake
Below you can find a list of alternative airports to Pickle Lake (YPL). The nearest airports to Pickle Lake (YPL) are Cat Lake (YAC) and Fort Hope (YFH).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Pickle Lake?
There is 1 airport in Pickle Lake: Pickle Lake Airport (YPL).
What is the best airport to fly from Pickle Lake?
The most convenient airport to fly from Pickle Lake is Pickle Lake Airport (YPL).
How many airlines fly from Pickle Lake?
There is 1 airline flying from Pickle Lake, which is Wasaya, as of April 2026.
Which airlines fly from Pickle Lake?
Wasaya is the only airline flying from Pickle Lake.
Which alliances are flying from Pickle Lake?
There are no alliances flying from Pickle Lake at the moment.
How many nonstop flights are there from Pickle Lake?
There are roughly 60 flights departing from Pickle Lake every month (or 14 flights each week), to a total of 5 airports - all within Canada.
What is the official name of Pickle Lake Airport?
The official name of Pickle Lake Airport is Pickle Lake Airport.
What is the airport code of Pickle Lake Airport?
The airport code of Pickle Lake Airport is YPL.
What are the most popular flights from Pickle Lake?
Sioux Lookout, Bearskin Lake and Kasabonika First Nation are the 3 most popular routes from Pickle Lake. For a complete overview of all flight routes from Pickle Lake, please use our flight map.