Non-stop flights from Yellowknife (YZF)
Yellowknife Airport (IATA: YZF, ICAO: CYZF), also known as Yellowknife Airport, is a medium sized airport in Canada with domestic flights only.
At present, there are 24 domestic flights from Yellowknife.
The longest flight from Yellowknife YZF is a 1,925 mile (3,098 km) non-stop route to Ottawa YOW. This direct flight takes around 4 hours and 10 minutes and is operated by Air North.
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In total there are 6 airlines flying from and to Yellowknife. These carriers are:
Popular destinations from Yellowknife
Below you can find a list of the most popular destinations from Yellowknife, 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 Yellowknife that require a stopover:
Information on Points & Miles
This section lists destinations within specific distances from Yellowknife. 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 Yellowknife by flight duration
Discover a variety of destinations from Yellowknife 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 Yellowknife
Traveling from Yellowknife 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 Yellowknife to 14 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).
🥶 🌨️ Polar / Tundra destinations
Currently, 6 Polar / Tundra influenced destinations are reachable by direct flight from Yellowknife. These areas, renowned for their glacial landscapes and frozen terrain — with temperatures well below 0°C (32°F) and often dropping to -30°C (-22°F) — offer opportunities for adventure activities like ice climbing, glacier hiking, and polar expeditions to observe wildlife such as seals, penguins, and polar bears.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The best time to explore these areas in the Northern Hemisphere is during the summer months (June-August), when you'll enjoy abundant sunshine and long days. If you're a fan of snow, these places are ideal as they have snow year-round. Just keep in mind that winters can be quite cold and dark.
🌳 🍂 Warm Continental destinations
Check out the 3 Warm Continental destinations below that are accessible via direct flights from Yellowknife. 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.
🌊 🌧️ Oceanic / Maritime destinations
There’s just one direct flight route to an oceanic / maritime destination from Yellowknife. Enjoy the mild weather, green scenery, and a peaceful blend of nature and cultural exploration.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The oceanic locations in the Northern Hemisphere are ideal for a summer getaway, specifically from May to August, with temperatures from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F). You'll enjoy pleasantly warm weather, whereas the months from September to February are more prone to rain.
International flights from Yellowknife
Currently there are no international flights departing from Yellowknife. To get from Yellowknife to another country you will need a flight with a stopover, for example through Toronto or Vancouver.
Domestic flights from Yellowknife
Flights from Yellowknife to Canada
There are lots of domestic flights from Yellowknife (YZF). 24 airports in Canada have direct flights from the airport.
Direct flights to Calgary are offered by WestJet.
The only airline with direct flights to Cambridge Bay is Canadian North.
To Colville Lake and Deline, you can fly with North-Wright Airways.
From Yellowknife to Edmonton there are 4 airlines that have direct services, which are Air Canada (Star Alliance), Air North, Canadian North and WestJet.
You can fly non-stop from Yellowknife to Fort Good Hope with North-Wright Airways.
You can fly non-stop to Fort Simpson with Air Tindi or Canadian North.
All direct flights from Yellowknife to Fort Smith and Gameti are operated by Air Tindi.
The only airline with direct flights to Gjoa Haven is Canadian North.
You can fly non-stop to Hay River with Air Tindi or Canadian North.
To Inuvik and Kugluktuk, you can fly with Canadian North.
The only airline with direct flights to Lutselke is Air Tindi.
You can fly non-stop to Norman Wells with Canadian North or North-Wright Airways.
The only airline with direct flights to Ottawa is Air North. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in August.
All direct flights from Yellowknife to Rankin Inlet and Taloyoak are operated by Canadian North.
You can fly non-stop to Toronto with Air Canada (Star Alliance) or Air North.
The only airline with direct flights to Tulita is North-Wright Airways.
You can fly non-stop from Yellowknife to Ulukhaktok with Canadian North.
You can fly non-stop to Vancouver with Air Canada (Star Alliance) or Air North.
Direct flights to Wekweeti are offered by Air Tindi.
You can fly non-stop from Yellowknife to Whitehorse with Air North. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in October.
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Alternative airports near Yellowknife
Below you can find a list of alternative airports to Yellowknife (YZF). The nearest airports to Yellowknife (YZF) are Wekweeti (YFJ) and Lutselke (YSG).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Yellowknife?
There is 1 airport in Yellowknife: Yellowknife Airport (YZF).
What is the best airport to fly from Yellowknife?
The most convenient airport to fly from Yellowknife is Yellowknife Airport (YZF).
How many airlines fly from Yellowknife?
There are 6 airlines flying from Yellowknife to 24 airports around the world, as of April 2026.
Which airlines fly from Yellowknife?
Canadian North, Air Tindi and North-Wright Airways operate most flights from Yellowknife. To get a full overview of all operating airlines, please use the airline filter.
Which alliances are flying from Yellowknife?
Star Alliance is currently the only alliance flying from Yellowknife.
How many nonstop flights are there from Yellowknife?
There are roughly 618 flights departing from Yellowknife every month (or 147 flights each week), to a total of 24 airports - all within Canada.
What is the official name of Yellowknife Airport?
The official name of Yellowknife Airport is Yellowknife Airport.
What is the airport code of Yellowknife Airport?
The airport code of Yellowknife Airport is YZF.
What are the most popular flights from Yellowknife?
Edmonton, Fort Simpson and Vancouver are the 3 most popular routes from Yellowknife. For a complete overview of all flight routes from Yellowknife, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight from Yellowknife?
| Yellowknife to Edmonton | 1h 45m |
| Yellowknife to Fort Simpson | 55m |
| Yellowknife to Vancouver | 2h 45m |
| Yellowknife to Hay River | 30m |
| Yellowknife to Cambridge Bay | 2h 5m |
