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St. John's International Airport

St. John's, Canada461 ft elevation

Plan transport

IATA

YYT

Three-letter passenger code.

ICAO

CYYT

Operational aviation identifier.

Elevation

461 ft

The elevation is typical for the region.

Coordinates

47.62, -52.75

St. John's map position.

Airport scale

Large Regional Gateway

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

St. John's Airport overview

St. John's International Airport (YYT) serves St. John's, Canada. It is listed as a large regional gateway, so this guide focuses on practical location context, airport identifiers, nearby alternates, and the details travelers can verify before planning a route through YYT.

The airport sits at 461 feet above sea level. Its coordinates are 47.6186, -52.7519, which helps travelers compare the airport with city access points and other airports in Canada.

Nearby alternatives include Gander International Airport (YQX) and Saint-Pierre Pointe-Blanche Airport (FSP). Compare those pages when checking backup airports, local access, or regional routing across North America.

YYT 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 YYT with nearby airport links and the Canada country guide before finalizing route choices.

St. John's Airport unique facts

YYT fact 1

St. John's International Airport uses IATA code YYT and ICAO code CYYT.

YYT fact 2

YYT serves St. John's in Canada.

YYT fact 3

In this directory, it ranks #421 by estimated passenger scale among listed Canada airports.

YYT fact 4

Across North America, this airport ranks #2887 in the current featured airport set.

YYT fact 5

St. John's International Airport is classified as a large regional gateway, based on airport type and available passenger estimates.

YYT fact 6

YYT sits 461 feet above sea level.

St. John's Airport facilities

St. John's Airport restaurants

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

YYT lounges

For St. John's International Airport, lounge access usually depends on airline, alliance status, cabin, or paid-entry rules.

YYT WiFi

Use airport WiFi for maps, airline alerts, and transport bookings before leaving St. John's Airport.

St. John's airport parking

For departures from St. John's, compare terminal-adjacent parking with long-stay lots and shuttle timing.

YYT accessibility

Request mobility assistance with your airline before traveling through St. John's International Airport; same-day help can be slower at peak times.

YYT ATMs

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

YYT currency exchange

Currency desks at St. John's Airport are convenient after arrival, but city rates may be better for larger exchanges.

YYT car rental

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

St. John's Airport airport hotels

Airport hotels near St. John's International Airport are useful for early departures, long layovers, and weather-sensitive connections.

YYT medical help

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

YYT charging

At St. John's Airport, charge devices before boarding if you rely on mobile boarding passes, maps, or rideshare pickup.

YYT business travel

St. John's International Airport business travelers should verify lounge, workspace, and fast-track options before peak departure waves.

YYT family travel

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

St. John's Airport terminals

YYT terminal planning

Terminal layouts at St. John's International Airport can change by airline, route, and operating day. Confirm your YYT terminal after check-in, then use airport signage for transfers, baggage claim, and ground transport.

St. John's Airport transportation

YYT taxi and rideshare

Taxi or rideshare is the simplest choice at YYT when arriving late or carrying luggage into St. John's.

YYT train or metro

If rail is available at St. John's International Airport, compare it against traffic-sensitive road transfers before choosing a taxi.

YYT bus and coaches

Bus service is usually the best-value option for St. John's, but confirm stop location and operating hours for early departures from YYT.

YYT driving and car rental

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

St. John's Airport location

YYT

St. John's International Airport

47.6186, -52.7519

Gander International Airport

199 km from YYT

Saint-Pierre Pointe-Blanche Airport

276 km from YYT

Miquelon Airport

279 km from YYT

Deer Lake Airport

386 km from YYT

St. John's Airport traveler tips

YYT tip 1

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

YYT tip 2

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

YYT tip 3

For international departures, leave time for document checks before security as well as any terminal train or shuttle.

YYT tip 4

For photos and window views, note the field orientation around 47.62 latitude and -52.75 longitude.

YYT tip 5

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

YYT tip 6

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

St. John's Airport FAQ

Where is St. John's International Airport located?

St. John's International Airport (YYT) is located in St. John's, Canada, at coordinates 47.6186, -52.7519.

What is the IATA code for St. John's International Airport?

The IATA code for St. John's International Airport is YYT. Its ICAO code is CYYT.

Is St. John's International Airport a large airport?

St. John's International Airport is classified as a large airport in the OurAirports dataset and reads as a large regional gateway 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 YYT?

For St. John's International 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 St. John's International Airport?

St. John's International Airport is 461 feet above sea level; The elevation is typical for the region..

Does St. John's International Airport have scheduled airline service?

St. John's International Airport is marked as having scheduled service in the current airport dataset.

What city does YYT serve?

YYT primarily serves St. John's and the surrounding region.

Are there nearby airports to YYT?

Nearby comparison airports include Gander International Airport (YQX) and Saint-Pierre Pointe-Blanche Airport (FSP).

What transport should I check first at YYT?

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

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