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Natashquan Airport

Natashquan, Canada

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Natashquan Airport

Natashquan, Canada

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Remote coastal gateway serving Quebec's Lower North Shore.

Location

Natashquan, Canada

Natashquan Airport (IATA: YNA, ICAO: CYNA) is a small regional airport serving the village of Natashquan, located on the north shore of the Gulf of St. Lawrence in Quebec, Canada. The airport provides essential air access to this remote community, which is not connected to the provincial highway network. The airport is operated by Transport Canada and serves as a critical link for residents who would otherwise have limited access to larger urban centers. Air service connects Natashquan to Sept-Îles and other communities along the Lower North Shore. Natashquan is perhaps best known as the birthplace of celebrated Quebec poet and singer Gilles Vigneault, and the airport reflects the character of this small, culturally significant community.

Terminals

The airport has a small, single terminal building suited to the low passenger volumes of a remote regional community.

Getting to & from

Ground transport options are limited given the village's small size, with local taxi or private vehicle being the primary means of reaching the terminal.

Airlines here

Air liaison and regional carriers such as Air Liaison have provided scheduled service connecting Natashquan to Sept-Îles and Lower North Shore communities.

Notable facts

›Natashquan is not accessible by road from the main Quebec highway network, making the airport essential for the community.
›The airport serves one of the most remote permanently inhabited communities on Quebec's Lower North Shore.
›The village of Natashquan is the birthplace of renowned Quebec poet and songwriter Gilles Vigneault.
›The airport features a paved runway capable of handling small turboprop regional aircraft.
›Transport Canada is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the airport.

Wikipedia

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Gateway to Quebec's remote Lower North Shore along the Gulf

Natashquan Airport serves the small coastal village of Natashquan on Quebec's Lower North Shore, a community largely inaccessible by road from the rest of Quebec. The airport plays a vital lifeline role, connecting this isolated fishing village and the birthplace of celebrated Quebec poet Gilles Vigneault to regional air services. It supports both local residents and adventurous travellers drawn to the region's rugged wilderness and Gulf of St. Lawrence scenery.

Terminals

Main Terminal — A small single-room regional terminal offering basic check-in and waiting facilities suited to the community's modest passenger volume.

Ground Transport

Local taxi services available on request
Private vehicle pickup by accommodation hosts
Limited car rental arrangements through local contacts

Nearby Hotels

Auberge La Cache (Natashquan)
Local bed and breakfast accommodations in Natashquan village

Dining

There are no dining facilities inside the small terminal at Natashquan Airport. Travellers should plan meals in the village itself, where a handful of small local establishments and convenience options are available. It is advisable to carry snacks for your journey, as options are limited in this remote community.

Traveller Tips

Confirm your flight schedule directly with the airline, as services can be affected by weather conditions on the Lower North Shore.
Arrive early as the terminal is small and staff may have limited hours outside scheduled departures.
Book accommodation well in advance, as options in Natashquan are very limited and fill quickly in summer.
The village is best explored on foot; bring appropriate gear for coastal weather which can change rapidly.

Official website

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Route map (4 destinations)

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Airlines serving this airport

Afrinat International Airlines

Arik Niger

WebJet Linhas A

Routes

YNA → YZVQ9 · BEH

YNA → ZGSQ9 · BEH

YNA → YHRWJ · BE1

YNA → YZVWJ · BE1

YNA → ZGSWJ · DHT

YNA → ZKGWJ · DHT

Aircraft operating here

Beechcraft 19002 routes BE12 routes De Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter2 routes

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