Flying from Whitehorse Airport (YXY) to Yellowknife Airport (YZF): what you need to know
1 hour 45 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Whitehorse Airport to Yellowknife Airport. Yellowknife is 1 hour ahead of Whitehorse and is in the UTC-6 timezone.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Once you've booked your cheap ticket from YXY to YZF, get your travel documents in order. A passport or visa isn't required since you're flying within Canada. As long as you have some other proof of identity, like an ID card or driver's license, you're all set.
How to find the cheapest flights from Whitehorse Airport (YXY) to Yellowknife Airport (YZF)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Whitehorse Airport to Yellowknife Airport is C$146. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$644. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap flight tickets from YXY to YZF, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Organize your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Whitehorse Airport to Yellowknife Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Whitehorse Airport (YXY)
Whitehorse Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Whitehorse. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 9 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 19 minutes.
After a handy hotel near YXY? If you're on an early flight from Whitehorse Airport to Yellowknife Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Yellowknife Airport (YZF)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Whitehorse Airport to Yellowknife Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YZF instead:
Getting from Yellowknife Airport (YZF) to central Yellowknife
Yellowknife Airport to central Yellowknife is around 8 minutes in a car. It's approximately 5 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
Traveling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 14 minutes.
When to fly to Yellowknife Airport (YZF)
The quietest month for a flight from Whitehorse Airport to Yellowknife Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Yellowknife based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Yellowknife is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 24ºC. Lock in your flights from Whitehorse Airport to Yellowknife Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -32ºC and -15ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from YXY to YZF sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Yellowknife
Once you've locked in your flights from YXY to YZF, you'll need to find a place to stay in Yellowknife. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting city:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Yellowknife Old Town Soundwalk, Old Town and Fred Henne Territorial Park are must-have experiences during your Yellowknife visit.
Complete your Yellowknife trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Yellowknife Airport — next up is finding a great stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Yellowknife.
