Charlottetown Airport (YYG)

Charlottetown Airport serves as Prince Edward Island's sole commercial aviation gateway, located 3 nautical miles north of Charlottetown with record-breaking 410,773 passengers in 2024 representing 7.2% growth over pre-pandemic levels. The single terminal operates as an airport of entry with CBSA staffing for international arrivals. Air Canada provides year-round service to Toronto and Montreal, while WestJet operates the longest route to Calgary (2,296 miles, 5 hours 24 minutes) plus Edmonton service. Seasonal carriers include Flair Airlines serving Toronto and Porter Airlines with daily Ottawa flights established in May 2023. The facility offers nonstop flights to six destinations with connections via Halifax (YHZ), Montreal (YUL), and Toronto (YYZ) for broader network access. Tourism drives significant seasonal demand with car rental shortages common during peak summer months requiring advance reservations. The airport connects PEI's tourism industry including Anne of Green Gables attractions, coastal resorts, and culinary destinations to major Canadian markets. Terminal amenities include dining, shopping, and ground transportation options with shuttle services to downtown Charlottetown. Recent infrastructure investments support growing passenger volumes with enhanced screening and baggage handling capabilities. Weather delays affect operations during Atlantic Canada's storm seasons with fog, winter conditions, and tropical systems impacting schedules. Corporate and general aviation traffic serves PEI's potato farming, seafood processing, and renewable energy industries. The facility coordinates emergency medical evacuations for the island province's healthcare system. Porter's Ottawa route expansion reflects government traffic between PEI and federal capital. International charter services support tourism and business connections during peak seasons when scheduled capacity fills rapidly.

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