Cambridge Bay Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 15h 45m 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 Cambridge Bay Airport
Cambridge Bay Airport is located 1.6 nautical miles southwest of Cambridge Bay, Nunavut, Canada, and is operated by the government of Nunavut.
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Live weather
CYCBNOTAMs
CYCBReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13T / 31T | 5,000 ft / 1,524 m | 150 ft | Gvl | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ACC | ARTIC RDO | 126.700 MHz |
| ARTC | ARTIC RDO | 126.700 MHz |
| ATF | MANDATORY FREQ | 122.100 MHz |
| OPS | OPS | 22.890 MHz |
| RDO | ARPT RDO | 122.100 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: W (from about 270°), on 13% of observations, averaging 11 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 57% | -5,361 ft | |
| Feb | 59% | -5,614 ft | |
| Mar | 65% | -5,262 ft | |
| Apr | 67% | -4,319 ft | |
| May | 42% | -2,643 ft | |
| Jun | 52% | -1,336 ft | |
| Jul | 69% | -510 ft | |
| Aug | 56% | -676 ft | |
| Sep | 24% | -1,391 ft | |
| Oct | 30% | -1,908 ft | |
| Nov | 48% | -3,810 ft | |
| Dec | 56% | -4,785 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-5,614–-510 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Cambridge Bay Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Cambridge Bay Airport?
The ICAO code for Cambridge Bay Airport is CYCB, and its IATA code is YCB.
Where is Cambridge Bay Airport located?
Cambridge Bay Airport is medium airport located in Cambridge Bay, Canada, at an elevation of 90 ft (27 m).
How many runways does Cambridge Bay Airport have?
Cambridge Bay Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,000 ft / 1,524 m.
Which airlines fly to Cambridge Bay Airport?
Airlines historically serving Cambridge Bay Airport include Canadian North, First Air (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Cambridge Bay Airport?
Historical data lists 4 nonstop destinations from Cambridge Bay Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Cambridge Bay Airport in?
Cambridge Bay Airport is in the America/Cambridge Bay time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Cambridge Bay Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Cambridge Bay Airport is approximately 7.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Cambridge Bay Airport?
The nearest airport to Cambridge Bay Airport is Hope Bay Aerodrome (UZM), about 65.7 nm to the ssw, followed by Doris Lake.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Cambridge Bay Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.