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Thompson Airport

Thompson, Canada

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Thompson Airport

Thompson, Canada
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CYTH
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729 ft
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Northern Manitoba's key aviation gateway serving Thompson.

Location
Thompson, Canada
Thompson Airport (IATA: YTH, ICAO: CYTH) is a regional airport serving Thompson, Manitoba, Canada. It provides essential air links for this northern city, which serves as a major hub for the surrounding mining and resource communities in the region. The airport is owned and operated by the City of Thompson and handles scheduled passenger service alongside charter and cargo operations. It plays a critical role in connecting remote northern communities where air travel is often the primary means of long-distance transportation. Given Thompson's status as one of the largest cities in northern Manitoba, the airport supports industries including nickel mining, forestry, and government services, making it an important piece of regional infrastructure.
Terminals
The airport has a single passenger terminal building suited to regional traffic volumes.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation between the airport and downtown Thompson is primarily by taxi and private vehicle, as no regular public transit service connects the airport.
Airlines here
Calm Air and other regional carriers provide scheduled service connecting Thompson to Winnipeg and northern Manitoba communities.
Notable facts
  • ›Thompson is known as the 'Hub of the North' in Manitoba.
  • ›The airport supports connections to remote First Nations communities in northern Manitoba.
  • ›Elevation at the airport is approximately 663 feet (202 metres) above sea level.
  • ›The airport handles a mix of scheduled, charter, and medevac flights.
  • ›Thompson is one of the largest cities in northern Manitoba, supporting the airport's regional importance.
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Gateway to Manitoba's North, where wilderness meets the runway

Thompson Airport (YTH) serves Thompson, Manitoba, a remote northern city often called the 'Hub of the North.' The airport plays a vital role in connecting this resource-rich region to Winnipeg and other Canadian centres, supporting mining, forestry, and Indigenous community access. Its modest but functional facilities reflect the self-reliant spirit of Canada's boreal frontier.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A single compact terminal building handling all passenger check-in, arrivals, and departures with basic amenities.
Ground Transport
  • Taxi services available at the terminal
  • Rental cars from local agencies serving the airport
  • Hotel courtesy shuttles from select properties
  • Private vehicle pickup and drop-off
Nearby Hotels
  • Burntwood Hotel
  • Secrets Motor Inn
  • Kikiwak Inn
  • Thompson Inn
Dining

Food options inside the terminal are limited, with a small snack or beverage counter for departing passengers. Thompson's downtown area, a short drive away, offers a modest selection of restaurants including family diners and fast food chains. Travellers on early or late flights are advised to eat before arriving at the airport.

Traveller Tips
  • Arrive early as staffing and check-in can be limited during off-peak hours.
  • Winter travel requires extra preparation — flights can be delayed or cancelled due to severe northern weather.
  • Rental car availability is limited; book well in advance, especially during mining or government travel peaks.
  • The airport serves primarily regional prop and turboprop aircraft, so luggage weight restrictions may be stricter than on mainline flights.
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Route map (5 destinations)

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Routes

YTH → YYQ5T · ATR
YTH → YFOMO · FRJ
YTH → YGXMO · AT4
YTH → YQDMO · FRJ
YTH → YWGMO · FRJ AT4
YTH → YYQMO · AT4
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Thompson Airport
Encyclopaedia

Thompson Municipal Airport is an airport in Mystery Lake located 3 nautical miles north of Thompson, Manitoba, Canada. It is the third-busiest airport in Manitoba after Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport and Winnipeg/St. Andrews Airport.

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