Niagara District Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 20m 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 Niagara District Airport
St. Catharines/Niagara District Airport is a regional airport located in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada. It is classified as an airport of entry by NAV CANADA and is staffed by the Canada Border Services Agency on a call out basis from the Queenston-Lewiston Bridge. CBSA officers at this airport currently can handle general aviation aircraft only, with no more than 15 passengers.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
CYSNNOTAMs
CYSNReference 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 (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | 5,000 ft / 1,524 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 01 / 19 | 2,500 ft / 762 m | 75 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
| 11 / 29 | 2,000 ft / 610 m | 75 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | TORONTO TRML | 133.400 MHz |
| A/G | MF | 123.250 MHz |
| ATF | ATF | 123.250 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 128.525 MHz |
| RCO | LONDON RDO | 126.700 MHz |
| RDO | RDO | 123.250 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(11)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WINDSOR, ON TA | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| T608 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| SOUTHERN ONTARIO LOW LEVEL CONTROL AREA CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| T781 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| TORONTO XPNDR MANDTRY | Class E | Controlled | 6500 ft MSL | 12500 ft MSL |
| T608 AIRWAY | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| T781 AIRWAY | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| NIAGARA DISTRICT CZ | Class E | Controlled | GND | 3000 ft GND |
| SOUTHERN ONTARIO LOW LEVEL CONTROL AREA CAE | Class E | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 6500 ft MSL |
| SOUTHERN ONTARIO LOW LEVEL CONTROL AREA CAE | Class E | Controlled | 6500 ft MSL | 12500 ft MSL |
| WINDSOR, ON TA | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Canada airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
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: SW (from about 225°), on 14% of observations, averaging 12 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 48% | -1,730 ft | |
| Feb | 58% | -1,677 ft | |
| Mar | 70% | -1,116 ft | |
| Apr | 74% | -469 ft | |
| May | 83% | 324 ft | |
| Jun | 86% | 1,181 ft | |
| Jul | 88% | 1,543 ft | |
| Aug | 89% | 1,379 ft | |
| Sep | 85% | 838 ft | |
| Oct | 78% | 47 ft | |
| Nov | 72% | -856 ft | |
| Dec | 56% | -1,321 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,730–1,543 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skylon Tower | 525 ft | 627 ft | — |
| Casino Tower | 354 ft | 610 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 640 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 614 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 597 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Niagara District Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Niagara District Airport?
The ICAO code for Niagara District Airport is CYSN, and its IATA code is YCM.
Where is Niagara District Airport located?
Niagara District Airport is medium airport located in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada, at an elevation of 321 ft (98 m).
How many runways does Niagara District Airport have?
Niagara District Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 5,000 ft / 1,524 m.
What time zone is Niagara District Airport in?
Niagara District Airport is in the America/Toronto time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Niagara District Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Niagara District Airport is approximately 10.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Niagara District Airport?
The nearest airport to Niagara District Airport is Taylor Johnson Airport (NY24), about 9.6 nm to the ese, followed by Shear Airport and Niagara Falls International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Niagara District Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.