What are the operating hours of CYKF?

Waterloo Airport operates from 00:00 to 23:59.

What is the tower frequency at CYKF?

The tower frequency at Waterloo Airport is 118.55, 126 MHz.

What fuel is available at CYKF?

Waterloo Airport offers Jet A-1.

Does CYKF require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Waterloo Airport (Canada).

Where is CYKF located?

Waterloo Airport (CYKF) is located in Kitchener, Canada.

What is the IATA code for CYKF?

The IATA code for Waterloo Airport is YKF.

How long is the runway at CYKF?

The main runway at Waterloo Airport (08/26) measures 2135x45m.

Does CYKF have an ILS approach?

Yes, Waterloo Airport has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 08/26.

Is CYKF a port of entry?

Yes, Waterloo Airport is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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Waterloo Airport (CYKF/YKF) — Kitchener, Canada

Waterloo Airport (CYKF/YKF) serves Kitchener, Canada. This is a mid-sized airport with 2 runways (08/26, 14/32). Field elevation is 1055 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Additional Info 7/10

Observed Activity · Jul 28

85 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 31 on the ground · busiest hour 16:00Z

2026-07-182026-07-28

Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals

Data last updated: 2026-03-27

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: CYKF
Name: Waterloo Airport
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 43.4608
Longitude: -80.378601
Elevation: 1055 ft
Country: Canada
Municipality: Kitchener
IATA Code: YKF
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: America/Toronto
Distance from City: N/A km
VFR: Yes
IFR: No

Runways

Runway 08/26

Designation: 08/26
Dimensions: 2135x45m
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Runway 14/32

Designation: 14/32
Dimensions: 1251x45m
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: RNAV (GPS)
Remarks: N/A

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Frequencies

Tower: 118.550, 126.000 MHz
Ground: 121.800 MHz
Operations: 126.000 MHz
Traffic/Approach: 128.275 MHz
ATIS: 125.100 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours

Tuesday Open 24 hours

Wednesday Open 24 hours

Thursday Open 24 hours

Friday Open 24 hours

Saturday Open 24 hours

Sunday Open 24 hours

Waterloo Airport operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +1 519-648-2256
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Customs

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Phone: 888-226-7277
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: AOE 15

Fees

Landing Fee: CAD 7.50 per 1,000 kg MTOW
Parking Fee: CAD 4.50 per 1,000 kg per 24h
Handling Mandatory: No
Currency: CAD
Remarks: Region of Waterloo International Airport. Serves Kitchener-Waterloo-Cambridge tech corridor. Growing international service.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Available from Region Aviation. Standard hours.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: CBSA port of entry. Customs clearance available with advance notice.

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: 00:00
Curfew End: 00:00
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: Noise abatement procedures in effect. Preferred runway usage for noise mitigation.

Airport Services

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Canada Permit Requirements

Fast Landing: 1d

Overflight Permit: No
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: N/A
Landing Lead Time: 2-4 weeks (Non-Scheduled International Licence for charter); 2-48 hours advance for CANPASS reporting

Private / GA Operations:

No permits for private flights. CANPASS or eDeclaration required for customs clearance.

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of CYKF?: Waterloo Airport operates from 00:00 to 23:59.
What is the tower frequency at CYKF?: The tower frequency at Waterloo Airport is 118.55, 126 MHz.
What fuel is available at CYKF?: Waterloo Airport offers Jet A-1.
Does CYKF require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Waterloo Airport (Canada).
Where is CYKF located?: Waterloo Airport (CYKF) is located in Kitchener, Canada.
What is the IATA code for CYKF?: The IATA code for Waterloo Airport is YKF.
How long is the runway at CYKF?: The main runway at Waterloo Airport (08/26) measures 2135x45m.
Does CYKF have an ILS approach?: Yes, Waterloo Airport has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 08/26.
Is CYKF a port of entry?: Yes, Waterloo Airport is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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