Small airport · Arctic Bay, Canada
Arctic Bay Airport
On January 13, 2010, First Air transferred all air services to Arctic Bay's newly expanded airport with service to Iqaluit and Resolute Bay. Its IATA code is YAB. Its ICAO code is CYAB. It has 1 runway, longest 3,935 ft (Gravel). Elevation 72 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Arctic Bay, Canada |
|---|---|
| IATA code | YAB |
| ICAO code | CYAB |
| Type | Small airport |
| Runways | 1 runway, longest 3,935 ft (Gravel) |
| Elevation | 72 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 73.0061° N, 85.0462° W |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What Arctic Bay Airport is known for
On January 13, 2010, First Air transferred all air services to Arctic Bay's newly expanded airport with service to Iqaluit and Resolute Bay.
History
On January 13, 2010, First Air transferred all air services to Arctic Bay's newly expanded airport with service to Iqaluit and Resolute Bay.
National parks near this airport
National parks close to Arctic Bay Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site National Park Profiles.
- Sirmilik National Park · Canada · 91.3 miles away
- Bylot Island Migratory Bird Sanctuary · Canada · 130.5 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is Arctic Bay Airport?
On January 13, 2010, First Air transferred all air services to Arctic Bay's newly expanded airport with service to Iqaluit and Resolute Bay.
What is the airport code for Arctic Bay Airport?
Arctic Bay Airport — its IATA code is YAB and its ICAO code is CYAB.
Where is Arctic Bay Airport located?
Arctic Bay Airport serves Arctic Bay, Canada. Its coordinates are 73.0061° N, 85.0462° W.
What is the history of Arctic Bay Airport?
On January 13, 2010, First Air transferred all air services to Arctic Bay's newly expanded airport with service to Iqaluit and Resolute Bay.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#46596
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arctic_Bay_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.