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Whitehorse (YXY) airport

Answers to the Frequently Asked Questions about Whitehorse airport (YXY)

 
  Whitehorse airport (YXY)

  What are the terminals, contact information and location?

  What are today's scheduled Departures flights?

  What are today's scheduled Arrivals flights?

  What are the car rental companies that are at the airport?

  What are the transportation services?

  Can I sleep at the airport and what hotels are there?

  What are the parking options?

  What airlines serve the airport?

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More Specific Frequently Asked Questions

Scheduled passenger flights are operated by Air North (the territorial carrier connecting Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Dawson City, Old Crow, and Inuvik), Air Canada Express (flights to Vancouver), and WestJet (flights to Calgary).
The airport is 6 km (4 miles) west of downtown Whitehorse, roughly an 8 to 10-minute drive by car or taxi. Public transit is also available via Whitehorse Transit Route 2.
Yes, the passenger terminal is open 24/7 with round-the-clock security. It is quiet and safe for overnight layovers, though having warm layers is recommended due to northern temperatures.
The Black Wolf Bistro on the upper level serves breakfast, lunch, and local coffee daily from 5:00 am to 5:00 pm. Vending machines are available 24 hours both pre- and post-security.
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available across the entire terminal building by connecting to the "YXY-Public" network. Device charging stations are also located in the waiting lounge.
The airport provides day-use parking (closed between 2:00 am and 4:00 am), long-term parking up to 30 days, and a 30-minute free Cellphone Lot behind the Transportation Museum.
 
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