Minimum Connection Time at Yellowknife International Airport (YZF/CYZF)

Yellowknife, Canada

How Long Do I Need to Change Planes at Yellowknife International Airport (YZF/CYZF)?

Answer: At Yellowknife International Airport (YZF/CYZF) in Yellowknife, Canada, you need a minimum of 35 minutes for domestic connections and 75 minutes for international connections.

This is the official Minimum Connection Time (MCT) set by airlines and airport authorities. However, we recommend adding extra time during peak hours or for international transfers.

Standard MCT Table

Connection Type Minimum Time
Domestic to Domestic 35 minutes
Domestic to International 75 minutes
Interline Transfer 105 minutes

Terminal Information

Gateway to Northwest Territories with a single terminal.

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Airlines Operating at YZF

Air Canada Express
WestJet
Canadian North
North-Wright Airways

Frequently Asked Questions: YZF/CYZF Connection Times

How long do I need to change planes at YZF/CYZF?

Answer: You need a minimum of 35 minutes for domestic connections and 75 minutes for international connections at Yellowknife International Airport.

What's the minimum connection time at YZF/CYZF?

Answer: The official minimum connection time at YZF/CYZF is 35 minutes for domestic flights and 75 minutes for international flights.

How much time do I need to transfer at YZF/CYZF?

Answer: For transfers at YZF/CYZF, allow 35 minutes for domestic connections and 75 minutes for international connections. Add extra time during peak hours.

Can I make a 35-minute connection at YZF/CYZF?

Answer: Yes, 35 minutes is the official minimum connection time for domestic flights at YZF/CYZF, but we recommend adding extra time for comfort and to account for delays.

Connection Tips

Most connections via YEG/YYC/YVR.

Frequent Traveler's Hot Tip

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Pro Tip for Yellowknife International Airport (YZF/CYZF)

Winter travel needs extra buffer for de-icing and weather.

Nearby Airports

Other major airports in the North America region:

Akulivik Airport

AKV

Sault Ste. Marie Airport

YAM

Edmonton International Airport

YEG

Iqaluit Airport

YFB

Fredericton Airport

YFC

Busiest Airports in Canada

Top 5 busiest airports in Canada:

Akulivik Airport

AKV (CYKO)
Akulivik, Canada
MCT: 60 min domestic, 90 min international

Sault Ste. Marie Airport

YAM (CYAM)
Sault Ste. Marie, Canada
MCT: 60 min domestic, 90 min international

Edmonton International Airport

YEG (CYEG)
Edmonton, Canada
MCT: 60 min domestic, 90 min international

Iqaluit Airport

YFB (CYFB)
Iqaluit, Canada
MCT: 60 min domestic, 90 min international

Fredericton Airport

YFC (CYFC)
Fredericton, Canada
MCT: 60 min domestic, 90 min international

Google Maps Reviews & Ratings

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Airport Location

Yellowknife International Airport is located at coordinates: 62.462, -114.44

Traveler Tools

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