Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
Abbotsford, CA 🇨🇦 Medium Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
CYXX
IATA
YXX
Elevation
195 ft
Region
CA-BC
Local Time
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GPS Code: CYXX
Local Code: Not available
Location: 49.025299° N, -122.361° E
Continent: North America
Type: Medium Airport
What Travelers Say
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Online Reviews Summary
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) generally receives positive reviews from travelers, often lauded as a convenient, less stressful, and efficient alternative to larger airports like Vancouver International (YVR). Passengers appreciate its smaller scale, which contributes to quicker processes and a more relaxed atmosphere. Overall satisfaction with the airport is high, with some surveys showing impressive scores.
What Travelers Love
- Efficiency and Quick Process: Travelers consistently praise swift security checks and fast check-ins, making for a smooth and stress-free experience. Security wait times are generally reported as minimal, often taking around 5-20 minutes.
- Convenient and Affordable Parking: On-site parking is considered convenient, well-lit, paved, and affordable, with options for short-term and long-term stays directly adjacent to the terminal, minimizing walking distances. An overflow lot is available during peak times.
- Cleanliness and Modern Terminal: The terminal is described as clean, well-lit, and easy to navigate, with a simple layout.
- Friendly Staff and Relaxed Atmosphere: Many reviews highlight the friendly staff and the overall low-stress and relaxed environment of the airport.
- Good Transportation Connections: The airport's strategic location in the Fraser Valley offers easy access to the surrounding region.
Common Complaints
- Limited Food and Retail Options: A frequent complaint is the lack of diverse shops and food choices, especially within the secure area after security. While a Ravens Bar & Bistro and YXX Gifts-to-Go are available, options are fewer than at larger airports.
- Poor Wi-Fi: Some travelers have reported poor Wi-Fi connectivity. Although free Wi-Fi (YXX Guest) is available throughout the terminal.
- Isolated Staff Issues: A few recent reviews mention unpleasant or rude interactions with cleaning or airline staff.
- Lack of Flight Information Signs: One traveler noted a lack of flight information signs.
Abbotsford International Airport continues to be a highly recommended choice for travelers seeking efficiency, convenience, and a less crowded experience, particularly for those flying with ultra-low-cost carriers. Its strengths in quick processing times and convenient parking often outweigh the limited amenities for many passengers.
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Airport Routes
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) offers 28 flight routes operated by 5 airlines. Major carriers include Flair Airlines, WestJet Encore, WestJet and others. Popular destinations from Abbotsford include Calgary Int'l, Edmonton Int'l, Bellingham Intl, Vancouver Int'l and King County International Airport - Boeing Field.
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
- Calgary Int'l (YYC) 5
- Edmonton Int'l (YEG) 4
- Bellingham Intl (BLI) 2
- Vancouver Int'l (YVR) 2
- King County International Airport - Boeing Field (BFI) 2
- Thunder Bay Int'l (Thunder Bay) (YQT) 1
- Victoria Int'l (YYJ) 1
- Toronto Pearson Int'l (YYZ) 1
- Sandspit (YZP) 1
- Spokane Intl (GEG) 1
- Oakland Intl (OAK) 1
- Lic. Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Int'l (PVR) 1
Newly Discovered
- Calgary Int'l (YYC) new
- Edmonton Int'l (YEG) new
- Lic. Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Int'l (PVR) new
- Toronto Pearson Int'l (YYZ) new
- Vancouver Int'l (YVR) new
- Bellingham Intl (BLI) new
- Thunder Bay Int'l (Thunder Bay) (YQT) new
- King County International Airport - Boeing Field (BFI) new
- Dawson Creek (YDQ) new
- Spokane Intl (GEG) new
- Calgary/Springbank (Springbank) (YBW) new
- Oakland Intl (OAK) new
Popular Flight Routes
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Top Airlines
Operating at Abbotsford International AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Flair Airlines
FLE
/ F8
|
4 | 268 | 4 | Feb 1, 2026 |
|
WestJet Encore
WEN
/ WR
|
3 | 170 | 3 | Feb 1, 2026 |
WestJet
WJA
/ WS
|
3 | 154 | 3 | Feb 1, 2026 |
|
AirSprint
ASP
|
8 | 10 | 8 | Dec 7, 2025 |
|
Conair Aviation
FGD
|
3 | 3 | 3 | Dec 6, 2025 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
01/19 |
5328 ft | 200 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
07/25 |
9600 ft | 200 ft | PEM | Active Lighted |
01L/19R |
1500 ft | 100 ft | GRS | Closed |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | VICTORIA TRML | 132.7 MHz |
| A/G | MF | 119.4 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 119.8 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.8 MHz |
| RDO | PACIFIC RDO | 122.5 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.4 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
Taxis are available directly outside the terminal building. Central Valley Taxi is the licensed provider for the airport. Ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft also operate at YXX, with designated pick-up areas.
Rental Cars
Car rental counters are conveniently located inside the terminal building, across from the domestic baggage claim area. Companies operating on-site include Avis, Budget, Enterprise, and National.
Public Transportation
The airport is served by the Central Fraser Valley Transit System (BC Transit). Route 21 (Aldergrove/Abbotsford) stops outside the terminal and connects passengers to the Highstreet Shopping Centre, a major transit hub for transfers to other routes within Abbotsford and the region.
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