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Kenora Airport

Kenora, Canada

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Kenora Airport

Kenora, Canada
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1332 ft
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Northwestern Ontario's gateway to lake country.

Location
Kenora, Canada
Kenora Airport (IATA: YQK, ICAO: CYQK) is a regional airport serving the city of Kenora in northwestern Ontario, Canada. Situated near the Ontario-Manitoba border and the Lake of the Woods region, it provides essential air connectivity for residents, tourists, and resource-industry workers in a geographically remote area. The airport is owned and operated by the City of Kenora and handles scheduled passenger service as well as charter, private, and float-plane operations. Its location makes it a critical transportation hub for communities that are otherwise accessible mainly by road or air. Kenora is a popular destination for fishing, hunting, and cottage tourism, and the airport plays a key role in supporting that seasonal tourism economy as well as the broader regional economy.
Terminals
The airport features a single small terminal building suited to regional passenger volumes.
Getting to & from
Ground transport between the airport and downtown Kenora is primarily via private vehicle, rental car, or taxi, as no scheduled public transit service operates on the route.
Airlines here
Bearskin Airlines has historically provided scheduled service connecting Kenora to Winnipeg and other northwestern Ontario communities.
Notable facts
  • ›Located approximately 8 kilometres east of downtown Kenora.
  • ›Serves as an important hub for fly-in fishing and hunting outfitters in the Lake of the Woods region.
  • ›The airport has two paved runways capable of handling turboprop regional aircraft.
  • ›Elevation is approximately 1,332 feet (406 metres) above sea level.
  • ›Float plane operations are common in the broader Kenora area due to the abundance of lakes.
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Gateway to Ontario's lake country and the Canadian Shield wilderness

Kenora Airport (YQK) is a small regional airport serving Kenora, a city nestled among the thousands of lakes of Northwestern Ontario. It plays a vital role connecting this remote community to larger urban centres, supporting both leisure travellers drawn to the area's renowned fishing and cottage country and local residents relying on air links for essential services. The airport has served the region for decades, reflecting the critical importance of aviation in Canada's north.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A single modest terminal handling all passenger check-in, arrivals, and departures for regional flights.
Ground Transport
  • Taxi services available from local Kenora cab companies
  • Car rental agencies serving the airport on request
  • Private vehicle pickup and drop-off
  • Hotel shuttle services from select local properties
Nearby Hotels
  • Best Western Lakeside Inn & Conference Centre
  • Comfort Inn Kenora
  • Clarion Lakeside Inn
  • Quality Inn Kenora
Dining

Dining options inside the terminal are limited given the airport's small size, with basic refreshments typically available. Kenora's downtown waterfront area, a short drive away, offers a good selection of restaurants, cafes, and pubs catering to visitors and locals alike. Travellers are advised to eat before arriving at the airport for longer waits.

Traveller Tips
  • Book car rental well in advance as availability is limited at this small regional airport.
  • Confirm flight schedules directly with your carrier, as regional service frequency can be subject to seasonal changes.
  • Arrive early as the terminal is small and staff resources are limited during busy periods.
  • Kenora's downtown and Lake of the Woods waterfront are only a short drive from the airport and worth exploring.
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Airlines serving this airport

Bearskin Lake Air Service
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Routes

YQK → YAGJV · SWM
YQK → YHDJV · SWM
YQK → YWGJV · SWM

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Kenora Airport
Encyclopaedia

Kenora Airport is located 5 nautical miles east northeast of Kenora, Ontario, Canada. The airport is classified as an airport of entry by Nav Canada and is staffed by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) on a call-out basis from the Fort Frances-International Falls International Bridge. CBSA officers at this airport can handle general aviation aircraft with no more than 15 passengers. The airport has one asphalt runway that is 5,800 by 150 ft. The airport is under Aircraft Group Number (AGN) classification of IV.

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