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Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport (CYXY/YXY) — Whitehorse, Canada

At a glance

Operating hours
Open 24h
Port of entry
Yes, with conditions
Fuel
Jet A-1
Tower
118.3
Runways
02/20, 14L/32R, 14R/32L
Elevation
2,317 ft

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

  • ICAO: CYXY
  • Name: Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 60.709599
  • Longitude: -135.067001
  • Elevation: 2317 ft
  • Country: Canada
  • Municipality: Whitehorse
  • IATA Code: YXY
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: America/Whitehorse
  • Distance from City: N/A km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: No

Runways

Runway 02/20

  • Designation: 02/20
  • Dimensions: 548x23m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Not lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 14L/32R

  • Designation: 14L/32R
  • Dimensions: 2011x30m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Not lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 14R/32L

  • Designation: 14R/32L
  • Dimensions: 2895x46m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: RNAV (GPS)
  • Remarks: N/A

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.300, 236.600 MHz
  • Ground: 121.900 MHz
  • Operations: 118.300 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: 132.100 MHz
  • ATIS: 125.250 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

Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen 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: +1 867-667-8440
  • 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 50. Hours: H24

Fees

  • Landing Fee: CAD 8.00 per 1,000 kg MTOW
  • Parking Fee: CAD 4.50 per 1,000 kg per 24h
  • Handling Mandatory: No
  • Currency: CAD
  • Remarks: Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport. Yukon territorial capital. Gateway to Klondike. Air North hub.

Fuel Information

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

Immigration

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: Not recorded
  • Curfew End: Not recorded
  • Noise Chapter Min: N/A
  • Remarks: No curfew. Extreme winter operations. Mountain terrain. De-icing mandatory Oct-May.

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

S6559/26
warning
Aerodrome restriction
RSC 02/20 80 PCT 3/4IN WET SNOW. VALID OCT 27 1232 - OCT 27 2032. RSC 14L 3/3/3 100 PCT 1IN WET SNOW, 100 PCT 1IN WET SNOW, 100 PCT 1IN WET SNOW. VALID OCT 27 1232 - OCT 27 2032. RSC 32R 3/3/3 100 PCT 1IN WET SNOW, 100 PCT 1IN WET SNOW, 100 PCT 1IN WET SNOW. VALID OCT 27 1232 - OCT 27 2032. RSC…
2026-10-27 12:32 UTC 2026-10-27 20:32 UTC
S6553/26
warning
Aerodrome restriction
RSC 02/20 80 PCT 3/4IN WET SNOW AND 20 PCT 3/4IN DRY SNOW. VALID OCT 27 1154 - OCT 27 1954. RSC 14L 3/3/3 100 PCT 1IN WET SNOW, 100 PCT 1IN WET SNOW, 100 PCT 1IN WET SNOW. VALID OCT 27 1154 - OCT 27 1954. RSC 32R 3/3/3 100 PCT 1IN WET SNOW, 100 PCT 1IN WET SNOW, 100 PCT 1IN WET SNOW. VAL…
2026-10-27 11:54 UTC 2026-10-27 19:54 UTC
C3351/26
warning
Fuel restriction
AMEND PUBLICATIONS: SERVICES: PVT ADV: AERO LOGISTICS LTD. TEL TO READ: 867-336-8531, 867-689-8409
2026-07-31 20:03 UTC No end time given (PERM)
Received 2026-07-31 20:06 UTC

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Checked with NAV CANADA at 2026-10-27 13:20 UTC. Also includes NOTAMs from the FAA NOTAM feed.
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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of CYXY?
Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport operates from 00:00 to 23:59.
What is the tower frequency at CYXY?
The tower frequency at Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport is 118.3, 236.6 MHz.
What fuel is available at CYXY?
Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport offers Jet A-1.
Does CYXY 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 CYXY located?
Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport (CYXY) is located in Whitehorse, Canada.
What is the IATA code for CYXY?
The IATA code for Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport is YXY.
How long is the runway at CYXY?
The main runway at Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport (02/20) measures 548x23m.
Does CYXY have an ILS approach?
Yes, Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 14L/32R.
Is CYXY a port of entry?
Yes, with conditions. Aircraft with up to 50 passengers (CBSA AOE/50). Source: Directory of CBSA Offices and Services, checked 2026-10-15.
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