Non-stop flights to Big Trout Lake (YTL)
Big Trout Lake Airport is a small airport in Canada. It is a domestic airport. Currently, there are 6 domestic flights to Big Trout Lake.
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All direct flights to Big Trout Lake Top 200 flights with a stopover Airlines flying to Big Trout Lake Best time to visit Big Trout Lake Domestic flights Alternative airports FAQThis month, there are 91 flights arriving at Big Trout Lake Airport, which are 21 flights per week or 3 flights per day.
The most frequently departed flights to Big Trout Lake are routes from Wapekeka (YAX) in Canada and Kasabonika First Nation (XKS), also in Canada. These two routes together are operated 57 times this month, and make up for 63% of all monthly arrivals at Big Trout Lake Airport.
The longest flight to Big Trout Lake YTL is departing from Thunder Bay (YQT). This non-stop flight takes around 1 hour and 45 minutes and covers a distance of 376 miles (605 km).
List of all direct flights to Big Trout Lake
Below you can find a list of all cities and countries that have direct flights to Big Trout Lake, ordered by popularity.
Top 200 flights with a stopover
This list contains the 200 most popular airports from which flights depart that require just one stopover to get to Big Trout Lake.
Airlines flying to Big Trout Lake
The only airline that flies to Big Trout Lake is Wasaya.
What is the best time to visit Big Trout Lake?
🌲 ❄️ Subarctic / Alpine
The Subarctic region surrounding Big Trout Lake is famous for its natural landscapes, rich wildlife, and spectacular sights such as the Northern Lights and the midnight sun. Winters here are long, harsh, and extremely cold, typically lasting between 6 to 8 months, with temperatures often dropping below -20°C (-4°F). Summers on the other hand are short but pleasant, lasting only 1 to 3 months, with temperatures reaching a comfortable 15°C to 20°C (59°F to 68°F) and lots of daylight.
The best time to visit is during the long, sunny winter months from November to March, perfect for enjoying a variety of winter sports in the higher elevations. For a trip outside winter, mid-summer (May to August) offers mild, and pleasantly warm weather.
International flights to Big Trout Lake
Currently there are no international flights to Big Trout Lake. The only flights to Big Trout Lake are domestic flights within Canada. To get to Big Trout Lake from another country you will need a flight with a stopover, for example through Sioux Lookout or Thunder Bay.
Domestic flights to Big Trout Lake
Flights from Canada to Big Trout Lake
There are several airports within Canada that have domestic flights to Big Trout Lake (6 in total).
From Bearskin Lake, Kasabonika First Nation, Sioux Lookout, Thunder Bay, Wapekeka and Wunnummin Lake, all direct flights to Big Trout Lake are operated by Wasaya.
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Alternative airports near Big Trout Lake
Flying to an alternative airport near Big Trout Lake could give you other options to reach your destination. For example, the possibility to fly with a different airline or alliance, or finding a cheaper airfare. For this reason, alternative airports near to Big Trout Lake (YTL) are listed below. The closest alternative airports are Wapekeka (YAX) and Bearskin Lake (XBE).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Big Trout Lake?
There are 3 airports in Big Trout Lake: Big Trout Lake Airport (YTL), Angling Lake/Wapekeka Airport (YAX) and Bearskin Lake Airport (XBE).
What is the best airport to fly into Big Trout Lake?
The most convenient airport to fly into Big Trout Lake is Big Trout Lake Airport (YTL).
How many airlines fly to Big Trout Lake?
There is 1 airline flying to Big Trout Lake, which is Wasaya, as of April 2026.
Which airlines fly to Big Trout Lake?
Wasaya is the only airline flying to Big Trout Lake.
Which alliances are flying to Big Trout Lake?
There are no alliances flying to Big Trout Lake at the moment.
How many nonstop flights are there to Big Trout Lake?
There are roughly 91 flights arriving at Big Trout Lake every month (or 21 flights each week), from a total of 6 airports - all within Canada.
What is the official name of Big Trout Lake Airport?
The official name of Big Trout Lake Airport is Big Trout Lake Airport.
What is the airport code of Big Trout Lake Airport?
The airport code of Big Trout Lake Airport is YTL.
What are the most popular flights to Big Trout Lake?
Wapekeka, Kasabonika First Nation and Sioux Lookout are the 3 most popular routes to Big Trout Lake. For a complete overview of all flight routes to Big Trout Lake, please use our flight map.
