Non-stop flights to Hay River (YHY)
Hay River/Merlyn Carter Airport is a small airport in Canada. It is a domestic airport. Currently, there are 4 domestic flights to Hay River.
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All direct flights to Hay River Top 200 flights with a stopover Airlines flying to Hay River Best time to visit Hay River Domestic flights Alternative airports FAQThis month, there are 77 flights arriving at Hay River Airport, which are 21 flights per week or 3 flights per day.
The most frequently departed flights to Hay River are routes from Yellowknife (YZF) in Canada and Edmonton (YEG), also in Canada. These two routes together are operated 73 times this month, and make up for 95% of all monthly arrivals at Hay River/Merlyn Carter Airport.
The longest flight to Hay River YHY is departing from Edmonton (YEG). This non-stop flight takes around 2 hours and covers a distance of 526 miles (847 km).
List of all direct flights to Hay River
Below you can find a list of all cities and countries that have direct flights to Hay River, 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 Hay River.
Airlines flying to Hay River
Currently, there are 2 airlines that fly to Hay River. Below you can find the list of airlines that operate all YHY flights:
What is the best time to visit Hay River?
🌲 ❄️ Subarctic / Alpine
The Subarctic region surrounding Hay River 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 Hay River
Currently there are no international flights to Hay River. The only flights to Hay River are domestic flights within Canada. To get to Hay River from another country you will need a flight with a stopover, for example through Edmonton or Yellowknife.
Domestic flights to Hay River
Flights from Canada to Hay River
There are 4 airports in Canada that have non-stop domestic flights to Hay River.
From Edmonton, direct flights are offered by Air Tindi.
From Fort Simpson, the only airline with direct flights is Canadian North.
From Fort Smith, you can fly non-stop to Hay River with Air Tindi.
From Yellowknife, you can fly non-stop with Air Tindi or Canadian North.
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Alternative airports near Hay River
Flying to an alternative airport near Hay River 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. The only alternative airport to Hay River (YHY) within a range of 125 miles (200 km) is Yellowknife (YZF).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Hay River?
There is 1 airport in Hay River: Hay River/Merlyn Carter Airport (YHY).
What is the best airport to fly into Hay River?
The most convenient airport to fly into Hay River is Hay River/Merlyn Carter Airport (YHY).
How many airlines fly to Hay River?
There are 2 airlines flying to Hay River from 4 airports around the world, as of April 2026.
Which airlines fly to Hay River?
Air Tindi and Canadian North are the only airlines flying to Hay River.
Which alliances are flying to Hay River?
There are no alliances flying to Hay River at the moment.
How many nonstop flights are there to Hay River?
There are roughly 77 flights arriving at Hay River every month (or 21 flights each week), from a total of 4 airports - all within Canada.
What is the official name of Hay River Airport?
The official name of Hay River Airport is Hay River/Merlyn Carter Airport.
What is the airport code of Hay River Airport?
The airport code of Hay River Airport is YHY.
What are the most popular flights to Hay River?
Yellowknife, Edmonton and Fort Smith are the 3 most popular routes to Hay River. For a complete overview of all flight routes to Hay River, please use our flight map.
