Arctic Bay Airport (YAB)

Arctic Bay, CA 🇨🇦 Small Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

CYAB

IATA

YAB

Elevation

72 ft

Region

CA-NU

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Airport Information

GPS Code: CYAB

Local Code: Not available

Location: 73.006101° N, -85.04616° E

Continent: NA

Type: Small Airport

Keywords: CJX7

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Technical Information

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Designation Length Width Surface Status
13/31 3935 ft 98 ft Gravel Active Lighted

Type Description Frequency
MF - 122.1 MHz

Ground Transportation

Last updated: Jul 20, 2025
Taxis

Taxi services are available in Arctic Bay but are limited and must be arranged in advance. There is no dedicated taxi stand at the airport. Visitors should pre-book a taxi by phone before their flight arrives. Contact your hotel or the Hamlet of Arctic Bay office for current local taxi numbers.

Rental Cars

There are no major car rental agencies (like Hertz or Avis) at Arctic Bay Airport. Vehicle rentals, typically trucks or ATVs, may be available through local outfitters or the main hotel. These must be reserved well in advance of your trip.

Public Transportation

There is no public transportation system, such as buses or trains, in Arctic Bay. The community is small and many locations are accessible on foot. Transportation is typically by pre-arranged shuttle (often with your accommodation), taxi, or private vehicle (truck, ATV, or snowmobile).

Nearby Airports

Old Arctic Bay Airport
CA-1055
Arctic Bay, CA
Closed Airport
~0 km away
Nanisivik Airport
CA-1109
Nanisivik, CA
Closed Airport
~14 km away
Nanisivik Naval Facility Heliport
CA-0733
Nanisivik, CA
Heliport
~18 km away
Distances are approximate and calculated as straight-line distances.

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