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Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport (CYXC/YXC) — Cranbrook, Canada

At a glance

Operating hours
Open 24h
Port of entry
Yes, with conditions
Fuel
Jet A-1
Runways
16/34
Elevation
3,082 ft

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 1/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 0/2
Additional Info 7/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: CYXC
  • Name: Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 49.610802
  • Longitude: -115.781998
  • Elevation: 3082 ft
  • Country: Canada
  • Municipality: Cranbrook
  • IATA Code: YXC
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: America/Edmonton
  • Distance from City: N/A km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: No

Runways

Runway 16/34

  • Designation: 16/34
  • Dimensions: 1829x46m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: N/A
  • Ground: N/A
  • Operations: 122.300 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: 133.600 MHz
  • ATIS: N/A

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

Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

  • Extra Hours On Request: Not recorded
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +1 250-426-7913
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: Not recorded
  • 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: Not recorded
  • Remarks: AOE 15

Fees

  • Landing Fee: CAD 5.00 per 1,000 kg MTOW
  • Parking Fee: CAD 3.00 per 1,000 kg per 24h
  • Handling Mandatory: No
  • Currency: CAD
  • Remarks: Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport. Gateway to Kootenay region. Ski resort access (Fernie, Kimberley).

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Available during standard hours.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes, with conditions: General aviation with 15 people or fewer on board (CBSA AOE/15) Source: Directory of CBSA Offices and Services, checked 2026-10-15
  • APIS Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: Not recorded
  • Curfew End: Not recorded
  • Noise Chapter Min: N/A
  • Remarks: No curfew. Mountain approach. Terrain considerations. Check density altitude in summer.

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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Active NOTAMs

I6085/26
warning
Aerodrome restriction
AMEND PUBLICATIONS: OPR: AP HR OF OPS TO READ: 1230-0345Z (DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME 1130-0245Z) AND 0700-0830Z (DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME 0600-0730Z) O/T 2 HR PPR COST RECOVERY. RWY DATA: RCR WIN MAINT HR TO READ: 1230-0345Z (DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME 1130-0245Z) AND 0700-0830Z (DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME 0600-0730Z) O/T 2 HR PPR COST RECOVERY.
2026-10-26 18:23 UTC No end time given (PERM)
Received 2026-10-26 18:25 UTC
I5940/26
caution
ILS procedure changed
RNAV (GNSS) Z RWY 34 APCH AND RNAV (GNSS) Y RWY 34 APCH: PROFILE VIEW: SEGMENT MIN ALT BTN MEKNI AND XOMDI TO READ 4260 INSTEAD OF 4200 LNAV MINIMA: CAT C: NOT AUTH . RNAV (GNSS) X RWY 34 APCH: NOT AUTH . SID BONOX ONE DEP: SILVR TRANSITION: REQUIRES A MIN CLIMB GRADIENT OF 420 FT/NM TO 7000 DEP …
2026-10-19 17:26 UTC 2026-12-24 19:00 UTC
Checked with NAV CANADA at 2026-10-27 13:20 UTC.
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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of CYXC?
Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport operates from 00:00 to 23:59.
What fuel is available at CYXC?
Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport offers Jet A-1.
Does CYXC require landing permits?
It depends on the flight. No permits for private flights. CANPASS or eDeclaration required for customs clearance. Permit details for Canada
Where is CYXC located?
Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport (CYXC) is located in Cranbrook, Canada.
What is the IATA code for CYXC?
The IATA code for Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport is YXC.
How long is the runway at CYXC?
The main runway at Cranbrook/Canadian Rockies International Airport (16/34) measures 1829x46m.
Is CYXC a port of entry?
Yes, with conditions. General aviation with 15 people or fewer on board (CBSA AOE/15). Source: Directory of CBSA Offices and Services, checked 2026-10-15.