Gjoa Haven Airport Guide

IATA YHKICAO CYHKGjoa HavenUpdated 2026-10-13

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Gjoa Haven Airport (ICAO CYHK) serves the hamlet of Gjoa Haven on the southeast coast of King William Island, in Nunavut's Kitikmeot Region. The island has no road link to the mainland, so the airport carries the community's passengers, mail and freight.

The airfield sits about 2.8 km northeast of the hamlet at an elevation of 154 feet. It has one gravel runway, 13/31, measuring 4,400 feet (1,341 m). The runway is unmarked, and a non-directional beacon is its only navigation aid. The Government of Nunavut operates the airport.

The passenger building is a single-storey structure next to several trailers. Canadian North provides scheduled flights to Cambridge Bay, Kugaaruk, Taloyoak and Yellowknife. The airport recorded 1,908 aircraft movements in 2010.

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Key facts

Size: 1 runway
Location: 68.636, -95.850
Operator: Government of Nunavut
Links: Wikipedia ↗

Terminals

1 terminal

Gjoa Haven Airport has 1 passenger terminal — Gjoa Haven Airport Terminal, handling domestic flights for around 1 airlines. 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.

Gjoa Haven Airport TerminalDomestic
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Nearby cities

1 city

Gjoa Haven Airport is closest to Gjoa Haven (3 km southwest). 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.

Gjoa Haven3 km southwest

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the airport codes for Gjoa Haven Airport?

Gjoa Haven Airport uses the following codes: IATA: YHK, ICAO: CYHK. These codes are used by airlines, pilots, and travel systems to identify the airport.

Where is Gjoa Haven Airport located?

Gjoa Haven Airport is located in Gjoa Haven, Nunavut, Canada. The airport coordinates are 68.6356°, -95.8497°.

What services are available at Gjoa Haven Airport?

Gjoa Haven Airport offers: 1 nearby hotels. Click on each service type above to view detailed information.

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