Alert Bay Airport Guide

IATA YALICAO CYALAlert BayUpdated 2026-10-13

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Alert Bay Airport (IATA: YAL, ICAO: CYAL) is a small public airport on Cormorant Island, beside the village of Alert Bay in the Regional District of Mount Waddington, British Columbia. The island lies in Broughton Strait off the northeast coast of Vancouver Island, near Port McNeill. A BC Ferries service links the village to Port McNeill.

The airport has one asphalt runway, 09/27, measuring 2,985 by 75 ft. Elevation is 240 ft (73 m). The Corporation of the Village of Alert Bay operates it. On the aerodrome there are tie-downs, extended parking and a telephone, and the traffic frequency is 122.8 MHz. The airport is not a customs or immigration point.

No scheduled commercial airline service is listed for the airport. It is used by general aviation and charter flights. A separate Alert Bay Water Aerodrome, run by the same corporation, handles floatplanes.

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Key facts

Size: 1 runway
Location: 50.582, -126.916
Operator: Corporation of the Village of Alert Bay
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Terminals

1 terminal

Alert Bay Airport has 1 passenger terminal — Aerodrome apron. Check which terminal your airline uses before you travel, as check-in, security and boarding points differ between them, and moving from one to another can take time.

Aerodrome apronGeneral aviation

Nearby cities

1 city

Alert Bay Airport is closest to Alert Bay (2 km west). With 1 town or city within reach, it is a practical gateway for the wider region. Distances shown are straight-line from the airport, so allow extra time for road transfers, traffic and parking.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the airport codes for Alert Bay Airport?

Alert Bay Airport uses the following codes: IATA: YAL, ICAO: CYAL. These codes are used by airlines, pilots, and travel systems to identify the airport.

Where is Alert Bay Airport located?

Alert Bay Airport is located in Alert Bay, British Columbia, Canada. The airport coordinates are 50.5822°, -126.9160°.

What services are available at Alert Bay Airport?

Alert Bay Airport offers: 2 nearby hotels. Click on each service type above to view detailed information.

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