Big Sand Lake Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 14h 13m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Big Sand Lake Airport
This is a list of airports in Manitoba. It includes all Nav Canada certified and registered water and land airports, aerodromes and heliports in the Canadian province of Manitoba. Airport names in italics are part of the National Airports System.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35 | 3,450 ft / 1,052 m | 80 ft | Clay/sand | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LYNN LAKE, MB CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Canada airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Big Sand Lake Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Big Sand Lake Airport located?
Big Sand Lake Airport is small airport located in Big Sand Lake, Canada, at an elevation of 1,050 ft (320 m).
How many runways does Big Sand Lake Airport have?
Big Sand Lake Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,450 ft / 1,052 m.
What time zone is Big Sand Lake Airport in?
Big Sand Lake Airport is in the America/Winnipeg time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Big Sand Lake Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Big Sand Lake Airport is approximately 4.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Big Sand Lake Airport?
The nearest airport to Big Sand Lake Airport is South Indian Lake Airport (XSI), about 58.8 nm to the sse, followed by Leaf Rapids Airport and Tadoule Lake Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Big Sand Lake Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.