Gander International Airport guide
Updated 2026-10-19Gander International Airport sits just southeast of the town of Gander, in central Newfoundland. The first landing took place on January 11, 1938, and the field grew into a major transatlantic refuelling stop. The Gander International Airport Authority has operated it since 1996, under ownership by Transport Canada.
Services at Gander International Airport
3 of 6 available- 1optionParkingGander International AirportView parking guide
- 4optionsCar RentalsAvis, Budget, National Car Rental and 1 moreView car rentals guide
- None listed yetHotels
- None listed yetLounges
- 1optionShuttlesDRL CoachlinesView shuttles guide
- None listed yetPublic Transport
Key facts
- Passengers116K116,000 in 2024
- Services6listed across 3 of 6 types
- Movements24K24,037 flights a year
- Local timeSt Johns time
- IATAYQXICAO CYQX
- Opened1938
- Runways2
- Terminals1mixed
Terminals
1 terminal- MAMixedMain TerminalAir Canada Express, PAL Airlines
Nearby cities
straight-line distance- GanderNorthwest of the airport5 km
- AppletonWest of the airport25 km
Questions
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What are the airport codes for Gander International Airport?
Gander International Airport uses the following codes: IATA: YQX, ICAO: CYQX. These codes are used by airlines, pilots, and travel systems to identify the airport.
Where is Gander International Airport located?
Gander International Airport is located in Gander, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. The airport coordinates are 48.9363°, -54.5677°.
What services are available at Gander International Airport?
Gander International Airport offers: 1 parking options, 4 car rental companies, 1 shuttle services. Click on each service type above to view detailed information.
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