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Gander International Airport

Gander, Canada

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Gander International Airport

Gander, Canada
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Historic transatlantic gateway in the heart of Newfoundland.

Opened
1938
Location
Gander, Canada
Gander International Airport is located in Gander, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. It holds a unique place in aviation history as a critical transatlantic refueling stop during the mid-20th century, serving as one of the busiest airports in the world during the piston-engine era when aircraft required a fuel stop between North America and Europe. The airport gained renewed global attention following the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, when 38 diverted international flights landed at Gander, and the small town hosted nearly 7,000 stranded passengers — an event later commemorated in the Broadway musical 'Come From Away.' Today, Gander International handles a mix of scheduled regional services, charter flights, and technical stops. It retains significant infrastructure from its Cold War-era importance, including long runways capable of accommodating large aircraft.
Terminals
The airport has a single terminal building serving both domestic and international passengers.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options are limited, with taxi and rental car services available for travel into the town of Gander.
Airlines here
PAL Airlines operating as Air Canada Express has provided scheduled regional service connecting Gander to Canadian hubs.
Notable facts
  • ›Served as one of the world's busiest transatlantic refueling stops in the 1940s and 1950s.
  • ›Hosted approximately 7,000 diverted passengers from 38 flights on September 11, 2001.
  • ›The community's response to 9/11 inspired the Tony Award-winning musical 'Come From Away.'
  • ›Has runways long enough to accommodate large aircraft including wide-body jets.
  • ›Housed a major ICAO-affiliated aviation training facility, the Gander Aviation Training Centre.
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Where the Atlantic crossing begins, in Canada's storied skies

Gander International Airport, located in Newfoundland and Labrador, holds a legendary place in aviation history as the former transatlantic refuelling hub of the pre-jet era, handling some of the world's busiest intercontinental traffic through the mid-20th century. Today it serves as a regional gateway and emergency alternate airport for transatlantic flights, maintaining its strategic importance on the North Atlantic air corridor. The airport gained renewed global recognition in 2001 when it welcomed thousands of diverted passengers following the September 11 attacks, an event immortalised in the musical 'Come From Away'.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A single modest terminal handling regional and charter flights, with a small but functional range of passenger amenities and historical aviation displays.
Ground Transport
  • Taxi services available from the terminal
  • Car rental desks at the terminal (Budget, Enterprise)
  • Hotel courtesy shuttles from select nearby properties
  • Private vehicle pick-up and drop-off
Nearby Hotels
  • Comfort Inn Gander
  • Hotel Gander
  • Sinbad's Hotel & Suites
  • Albatross Hotel
Dining

Inside the terminal, dining options are limited to a small café and snack counter, suitable for light meals and beverages before departure. The town of Gander, just a short drive away, offers a broader selection of casual restaurants, diners, and local eateries reflecting Newfoundland hospitality. Travellers on longer layovers are encouraged to explore downtown Gander for a more varied dining experience.

Traveller Tips
  • Allow extra time for security and check-in as staffing can be lean during off-peak periods.
  • Gander's weather can change rapidly; check forecasts and dress in layers, especially in winter months.
  • Visit the North Atlantic Aviation Museum near the airport to explore the town's remarkable aviation heritage.
  • Rental cars are the most practical way to get around Gander, as public transit options are very limited.
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Gander International Airport
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Gander International Airport is an international airport located in Gander, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, and is operated by the Gander International Airport Authority. Canadian Forces Base Gander shares the airfield but is a separate entity from the airport. The airport is sometimes referred to as the "Crossroads of the World", and is classified as an international airport by Transport Canada.

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