Norman Wells, CA 🇨🇦 Medium Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
CYVQ
IATA
YVQ
Elevation
238 ft
Region
CA-NT
Local Time
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Loading...GPS Code: CYVQ
Local Code: Not available
Location: 65.281601° N, -126.797997° E
Continent: North America
Type: Medium Airport
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Norman Wells Airport (YVQ) offers 5 flight routes operated by 3 airlines. Major carriers include North-Wright Airways, Canadian North and Summit Air. Popular destinations from Norman Wells include Fort Good Hope, Inuvik (Mike Zubko), Yellowknife and Tulita.
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| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
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North-Wright Airways
NWL
/ HW
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2 | 9 | 2 | Jan 2, 2026 |
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Canadian North
AKT
/ 5T
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2 | 4 | 2 | Aug 14, 2025 |
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Summit Air
SUT
/ HW
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1 | 2 | 1 | Jan 2, 2026 |
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
10/28 |
5998 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | EDMONTON CNTR | 134.825 MHz |
| A/G | MF | 122.2 MHz |
| FSS | NORMAN WELLS RDO | 122.2 MHz |
Limited taxi services are available from local companies in Norman Wells. It is highly recommended to pre-book your ride in advance, as taxis may not be waiting at the airport for every flight arrival.
There are no major international car rental agencies at the airport. Vehicle rentals are available through local businesses, but the fleet is very small. It is essential to reserve a vehicle well in advance of your trip to ensure availability.
There is no public bus or transit system in the town of Norman Wells. The community is small and relatively walkable, but taxis or a pre-booked rental car are the primary options for getting around.