How long is the flight to Yellowknife?

The average flight time to Yellowknife is 4 hours and 45 minutes. We've calculated this based on journeys from Ottawa.

Which airlines offer direct flights to Yellowknife?

Air Tindi, Delta, Canadian North, Air Canada, KLM, Air Canada Jazz, WestJet and North-Wright Airways all fly non-stop to Yellowknife.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Yellowknife?

The cheapest month to fly to Yellowknife is usually May.

How can I find the best flight deal to Yellowknife?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Yellowknife but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Can I get a direct flight to Yellowknife Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 56 minutes.

How much are round-trip flights to Yellowknife?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight to Yellowknife is C$254. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Yellowknife Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Yellowknife Airport is Thursday, May 23, 2024 .

When is the best time to book flights to Yellowknife?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Yellowknife is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with to Yellowknife?

Currently, WestJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Yellowknife.

Cheap flights to Yellowknife (YZF) from C$124

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Yellowknife.C$124 per passenger.Departing Tue, May 28.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Comox on Tue, May 28, arriving in Yellowknife.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$124, select.

Yellowknife.C$146 per passenger.Departing Tue, May 28.One-way flight with Air North .Outbound direct flight with Air North departing from Whitehorse on Tue, May 28, arriving in Yellowknife.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$146, select.

Yellowknife.C$148 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jul 1.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departing from Calgary on Mon, Jul 1, arriving in Yellowknife.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$148, select.

Yellowknife.C$167 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jul 1.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound direct flight with WestJet departing from Calgary on Mon, Jul 1, arriving in Yellowknife.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$167, select.

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Frequently asked questions

: The average flight time to Yellowknife is 4 hours and 45 minutes. We've calculated this based on journeys from Ottawa.
: Air Tindi, Delta, Canadian North, Air Canada, KLM, Air Canada Jazz, WestJet and North-Wright Airways all fly non-stop to Yellowknife.
: The cheapest month to fly to Yellowknife is usually May.
: We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Yellowknife but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
: Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 56 minutes.
: The best price we found for a round-trip flight to Yellowknife is C$254. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
: After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Yellowknife Airport is Thursday, May 23, 2024.
: We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Yellowknife is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
: Currently, WestJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Yellowknife.

Flying to Yellowknife

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	C$124
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	1 hr, 56 mins
Most popular airline	Air Tindi
Average flights per week	179

Discover Yellowknife

Cheap Flights to Yellowknife

Yellowknife Airport (YZF) is located just to the northwest of the city and it takes about 5 minutes to get from the airport to the city center. Yellowknife is known for its position as a former frontier town in the wild Canadian North. On the shores on the world's ninth-largest lake, Yellowknife is uniquely placed in a breathtaking natural environment. You can find the cheapest flights to Yellowknife with Skyscanner's flight search feature. Simply enter "Yellowknife" and the dates you wish to travel and you will see the lowest fares available. If you want to fly to Yellowknife for the cheapest price and have some flexibility in your travel dates, then use the cheapest month tool to see which month has the lowest fares to Yellowknife.

Yellowknife is bright in the summer, when the temperatures are pleasantly warm, and daylight stretches over 20 hours a day. Winters are extremely cold and dark, and with only 5 hours of daylight, winters are the best time to catch the Northern Lights in all their splendour. The best time to visit Yellowknife is in the spring or fall, when the hours of darkness lengthen, but the temperatures are not too cold. There is usually snow from late October until April or May. The cheapest time to fly to Yellowknife is usually in March, and you should book at least 90 days in advance. If you know when you want to fly to Yellowknife, use the price alert tool to receive notifications when the price of your flight to Yellowknife rises or falls. Keep track of the ticket prices as you plan your trip to help ensure you pay the lowest fares possible.

Yellowknife Airport is served by Air Canada, WestJet, Canadian North, Air North, and more northern carriers. See them all here. The airport has free wi-fi throughout. Two taxi companies provide service to and from the airport, and car rentals are available from Budget, National, and Hertz, who have rental locations at the airport terminal. There is a hotel shuttle to three major hotels in Yellowknife. The airport has a gift shop and a Quiznos along with vending machines.

Yellowknife is a major destination for people from around the world who want to see the northern lights. The aurora borealis are active all year, but are only visible on dark, clear nights. Yellowknife has some great hiking trails and natural areas for daytime use, and there are some interesting historical sites to visit. Climb the Bush Pilot's Memorial for a 360- degree view of the city of Yellowknife and Great Slave Lake. Book your hotel today and get started on your unique northern adventure.

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