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Alert Bay Airport

Alert Bay, Canada240 ft elevation

Plan transport

IATA

YAL

Three-letter passenger code.

ICAO

CYAL

Operational aviation identifier.

Elevation

240 ft

The elevation is typical for the region.

Coordinates

50.58, -126.92

Alert Bay map position.

Airport scale

Small Airport

The airport is easier to read than the largest hubs, but schedules can cluster around regional arrival and departure waves.

Alert Bay Airport overview

Alert Bay Airport (YAL) serves Alert Bay, Canada. It is listed as a small airport, so this guide focuses on practical location context, airport identifiers, nearby alternates, and the details travelers can verify before planning a route through YAL.

The airport sits at 240 feet above sea level. Its coordinates are 50.5822, -126.9160, which helps travelers compare the airport with city access points and other airports in Canada.

Nearby alternatives include Port McNeill Airport (YMP) and Greenway Sound Seaplane Base (YGN). Compare those pages when checking backup airports, local access, or regional routing across North America.

YAL planning callout

For North American airports, parking, rental-car shuttles, and rideshare pickup zones can add meaningful curb-to-gate time. For this page, compare YAL with nearby airport links and the Canada country guide before finalizing route choices.

Alert Bay Airport unique facts

YAL fact 1

Alert Bay Airport uses IATA code YAL and ICAO code CYAL.

YAL fact 2

YAL serves Alert Bay in Canada.

YAL fact 3

In this directory, it ranks #59 by estimated passenger scale among listed Canada airports.

YAL fact 4

Across North America, this airport ranks #2520 in the current featured airport set.

YAL fact 5

Alert Bay Airport is classified as a small airport, based on airport type and available passenger estimates.

YAL fact 6

YAL sits 240 feet above sea level.

Alert Bay Airport facilities

Alert Bay Airport restaurants

At YAL, check whether dining is concentrated landside or airside before settling near the gate.

YAL lounges

For Alert Bay Airport, lounge access usually depends on airline, alliance status, cabin, or paid-entry rules.

YAL WiFi

Use airport WiFi for maps, airline alerts, and transport bookings before leaving Alert Bay Airport.

Alert Bay airport parking

For departures from Alert Bay, compare terminal-adjacent parking with long-stay lots and shuttle timing.

YAL accessibility

Request mobility assistance with your airline before traveling through Alert Bay Airport; same-day help can be slower at peak times.

YAL ATMs

ATMs are most useful for small arrival cash needs in Canada; compare fees before withdrawing large amounts.

YAL currency exchange

Currency desks at Alert Bay Airport are convenient after arrival, but city rates may be better for larger exchanges.

YAL car rental

Save YAL as your return point and follow airport rental-car signs rather than only city directions.

Alert Bay Airport airport hotels

Airport hotels near Alert Bay Airport are useful for early departures, long layovers, and weather-sensitive connections.

YAL medical help

For urgent health needs at YAL, ask airport staff for first aid or the nearest medical room.

YAL charging

At Alert Bay Airport, charge devices before boarding if you rely on mobile boarding passes, maps, or rideshare pickup.

YAL business travel

Alert Bay Airport business travelers should verify lounge, workspace, and fast-track options before peak departure waves.

YAL family travel

Families using YAL should confirm stroller rules, family rooms, and walking distances before security.

Alert Bay Airport transportation

YAL taxi and rideshare

Taxi or rideshare is the simplest choice at YAL when arriving late or carrying luggage into Alert Bay.

YAL train or metro

If rail is available at Alert Bay Airport, compare it against traffic-sensitive road transfers before choosing a taxi.

YAL bus and coaches

Bus service is usually the best-value option for Alert Bay, but confirm stop location and operating hours for early departures from YAL.

YAL driving and car rental

For rental cars, save the airport code YAL in navigation and follow terminal-specific return signs rather than only city-center directions.

Alert Bay Airport location

YAL

Alert Bay Airport

50.5822, -126.9160

Port McNeill Airport

8 km from YAL

Greenway Sound Seaplane Base

30 km from YAL

Port Hardy Airport

34 km from YAL

Sullivan Bay Seaplane Base

34 km from YAL

Alert Bay Airport traveler tips

YAL tip 1

Check the departure board before settling in; smaller schedules can cluster around a few busy waves.

YAL tip 2

Weather delays are usually more tied to regional systems than airport elevation.

YAL tip 3

Confirm ground transport availability for late arrivals, especially outside the main city center.

YAL tip 4

For photos and window views, note the field orientation around 50.58 latitude and -126.92 longitude.

YAL tip 5

Morning departures are often smoother when you pre-book parking, rideshare, or rail tickets.

YAL tip 6

For North American airports, parking, rental-car shuttles, and rideshare pickup zones can add meaningful curb-to-gate time.

Alert Bay Airport FAQ

Where is Alert Bay Airport located?

Alert Bay Airport (YAL) is located in Alert Bay, Canada, at coordinates 50.5822, -126.9160.

What is the IATA code for Alert Bay Airport?

The IATA code for Alert Bay Airport is YAL. Its ICAO code is CYAL.

Is Alert Bay Airport a large airport?

Alert Bay Airport is classified as a small airport in the OurAirports dataset and reads as a small airport in this guide. The airport is easier to read than the largest hubs, but schedules can cluster around regional arrival and departure waves.

How early should I arrive at YAL?

For Alert Bay Airport, arrive earlier during morning and evening departure banks. International travelers should generally plan more buffer than domestic travelers, especially if bags or document checks are involved.

What elevation is Alert Bay Airport?

Alert Bay Airport is 240 feet above sea level; The elevation is typical for the region..

Does Alert Bay Airport have scheduled airline service?

Alert Bay Airport is marked as having scheduled service in the current airport dataset.

What city does YAL serve?

YAL primarily serves Alert Bay and the surrounding region.

Are there nearby airports to YAL?

Nearby comparison airports include Port McNeill Airport (YMP) and Greenway Sound Seaplane Base (YGN).

What transport should I check first at YAL?

For North American airports, parking, rental-car shuttles, and rideshare pickup zones can add meaningful curb-to-gate time. For Alert Bay Airport, compare fixed-link transit, official taxis, rideshare pickup, and hotel transfer options before arrival.

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