Timmins/Victor M. Power (YTS)
Timmins, CA 🇨🇦 Medium Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
CYTS
IATA
YTS
Elevation
967 ft
Region
CA-ON
Local Time
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GPS Code: CYTS
Local Code: Not available
Location: 48.569698° N, -81.376701° E
Continent: North America
Type: Medium Airport
Keywords: Timmins Victor M. Power Airport
What Travelers Say
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Online Reviews Summary
Traveler sentiment at Timmins/Victor M. Power (CYTS (YTS)) is mixed, with many appreciating its convenience as a smaller regional airport, but frequent complaints regarding customer service and limited amenities. While functional, the airport is undergoing a master plan to improve facilities, indicating a recognition of some existing shortcomings.
What Travelers Love
- Convenient and quick: Many travelers find the airport to be small and easy to navigate, making for a quick and efficient travel experience.
- Free short-term parking: There is free parking available for up to 15 minutes, which is convenient for quick drop-offs or pickups.
- Accessibility: The airport offers wheelchair-accessible entrances and parking.
- Strategic northern hub: Timmins Airport is a vital gateway to Toronto and northern communities, also serving as a base for air ambulance and forest firefighting operations.
Common Complaints
- Inconsistent Customer Service: Travelers frequently report mixed experiences with staff, citing instances of unhelpful or rude interactions, particularly concerning check-in and security processes.
- Limited Amenities: The terminal has limited dining options, primarily vending machines for snacks and drinks, and a lack of comfortable seating in waiting areas. There are no private lounges.
- Security Wait Times: While current estimates indicate security wait times around 28 minutes, some past reviews mention long lines and inefficient handling of security screening.
- Cleanliness (Older Reviews): An older review from 2019 noted the airport floor was rarely cleaned and often dirty. More recent reviews do not consistently highlight this, but point to a general need for sprucing up the sitting areas.
- Distance from City Center: While appreciated for its accessibility, some travelers feel the airport could be closer to downtown Timmins.
Overall, Timmins/Victor M. Power Airport is a functional regional airport valued for its convenience and role in connecting Northern Ontario. However, improvements in customer service, terminal amenities, and potentially a more modern waiting area could significantly enhance the traveler experience. The ongoing master plan, which includes expanding the boarding lounge and façade improvements, suggests future positive changes are anticipated.
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Airport Routes
Timmins/Victor M. Power (YTS) offers 33 flight routes operated by 10 airlines. Major carriers include Jazz, Air Creebec, Thunder and others. Popular destinations from Timmins include Toronto Pearson Int'l, Moosonee, Sudbury (Greater Sudbury), Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Int'l and Attawapiskat.
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
- Toronto Pearson Int'l (YYZ) 5
- Moosonee (YMO) 4
- Sudbury (Greater Sudbury) (YSB) 3
- Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Int'l (YOW) 2
- Attawapiskat (YAT) 2
- Peawanuck (YPO) 1
- Quebec/Jean Lesage Int'l (YQB) 1
- Kenora (YQK) 1
- Thunder Bay Int'l (Thunder Bay) (YQT) 1
- Ottawa/Carp (Carp) (CYRP) 1
- Toronto City Centre (YTZ) 1
- Montreal-Trudeau (YUL) 1
Newly Discovered
- Toronto Pearson Int'l (YYZ) new
- Moosonee (YMO) new
- Toronto City Centre (YTZ) new
- Hamilton/John C. Munro Int'l (YHM) new
- North Bay/Jack Garland (North Bay) (YYB) new
- Sudbury (Greater Sudbury) (YSB) new
- Attawapiskat (YAT) new
- Charlotte/Douglas Intl (CLT) new
- Waterloo Regional (YKF) new
- Ottawa/Carp (Carp) (CYRP) new
- Fort Hope (YFH) new
- Fort Albany (YFA) new
Popular Flight Routes
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Top Airlines
Operating at Timmins/Victor M. PowerAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Jazz
JZA
/ QK
|
1 | 156 | 1 | Feb 7, 2026 |
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Air Creebec
CRQ
/ YN
|
6 | 140 | 6 | Feb 4, 2026 |
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Thunder
THU
|
4 | 78 | 4 | Feb 7, 2026 |
Porter Airlines
POE
/ PD
|
1 | 63 | 1 | Feb 7, 2026 |
| 4 | 12 | 4 | Jan 18, 2026 | |
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AirSprint
ASP
|
6 | 8 | 6 | Dec 4, 2025 |
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Morningstar Air
MAL
|
2 | 6 | 2 | Dec 1, 2025 |
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Ornge Air
PUL
|
4 | 5 | 4 | Nov 3, 2025 |
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Chartright Air
HRT
|
2 | 2 | 2 | Nov 27, 2025 |
| 1 | 1 | 1 | Oct 3, 2025 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
03/21 |
6000 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
10/28 |
4903 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | MF | 122.3 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 124.95 MHz |
| CNTR | TORONTO CNTR | 128.3 MHz |
| RCO | LONDON RDO | 123.55 MHz |
| RDO | RDO | 122.3 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
On-site taxi service is available, with vehicles typically waiting to meet all scheduled flight arrivals. The primary provider is Vets Taxi. Booking in advance is recommended to ensure availability.
Rental Cars
Several car rental agencies have counters located inside the Air Terminal Building. Options include Avis, Budget, Enterprise, and National. It is highly recommended to reserve a vehicle in advance of your arrival.
Public Transportation
There is no direct public transit bus service to the Timmins/Victor M. Power Airport terminal building. Travelers would need to use a taxi to connect to the nearest Timmins Transit bus stop.
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