Medium airport · Whitehorse, Canada
Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport
Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport is a medium airport serving Whitehorse, Canada. Its IATA code is YXY. Its ICAO code is CYXY. It has 2 runways, longest 9,497 ft (ASP). Elevation 2,317 ft.
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Airport facts
| Location | Whitehorse, Canada |
|---|---|
| IATA code | YXY |
| ICAO code | CYXY |
| Type | Medium airport |
| Runways | 2 runways, longest 9,497 ft (ASP) |
| Elevation | 2,317 ft |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
| Coordinates | 60.7085° N, 135.0657° W |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
Official website: https://yukonairports.ca/about-yxy — the airport's own site has the current flight and visiting information.
National parks near this airport
National parks close to Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport, by straight-line distance — each link opens its profile on our sister site National Park Profiles.
- Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park · United States · 86.9 miles away
- Atlin/A Téix'gi Aan Tlein Provincial Park · Canada · 93.5 miles away
- Kluane National Park and Reserve · Canada · 95.4 miles away
- Chilkat State Park · United States · 104.1 miles away
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Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport?
Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport — its IATA code is YXY and its ICAO code is CYXY.
Where is Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport located?
Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport serves Whitehorse, Canada. Its coordinates are 60.7085° N, 135.0657° W.
How high is Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport?
Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport sits at 2,317 feet above sea level.
Sources
- https://davidmegginson.github.io/ourairports-data/airports.csv#1970
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whitehorse_International_Airport
Page last updated 13 November 2026.