Alert Bay Airport (YAL)

Alert Bay, CA 🇨🇦 Small Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

CYAL

IATA

YAL

Elevation

240 ft

Region

CA-BC

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Airport Information

GPS Code: CYAL

Local Code: Not available

Location: 50.582199° N, -126.916° E

Continent: North America

Type: Small Airport

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Designation Length Width Surface Status
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Ground Transportation

Last updated: Nov 21, 2025

Taxis

A local taxi service, Alert Bay Taxi, serves the community. As it is a small operation, it is highly recommended to call and book your ride in advance, especially for airport pickups and drop-offs.

Rental Cars

There are no dedicated car rental agencies located at the Alert Bay Airport or within the village. The community is compact and easily explored on foot.

Public Transportation

There is no public bus or transit system on Cormorant Island. The village of Alert Bay is small, and the airport is a short distance from most accommodations, making walking a primary mode of transportation.

AI-Generated Content: This ground transportation information was compiled using AI from publicly available sources. Prices, schedules, and availability may change; please verify with official airport or transportation provider websites before traveling.

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