Chesterfield Inlet Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 14h 49m 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 Chesterfield Inlet Airport
Chesterfield Inlet Airport is located 1 nautical mile northwest of Chesterfield Inlet, Nunavut, Canada, and is operated by the government of Nunavut.
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Chesterfield Inlet Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: CYRT.
Live weather
CYRTNOTAMs
CYRTReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12T / 30T | 3,600 ft / 1,097 m | — | Unk | Unlit | Open |
Navaids(1)
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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: N (from about 0°), on 17% of observations, averaging 14 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 47% | -4,947 ft | |
| Feb | 53% | -5,552 ft | |
| Mar | 57% | -4,782 ft | |
| Apr | 57% | -3,724 ft | |
| May | 47% | -2,301 ft | |
| Jun | 71% | -1,119 ft | |
| Jul | 72% | -283 ft | |
| Aug | 66% | -406 ft | |
| Sep | 39% | -906 ft | |
| Oct | 35% | -1,634 ft | |
| Nov | 43% | -3,313 ft | |
| Dec | 44% | -4,359 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-5,552–-283 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Chesterfield Inlet Airport?
The ICAO code for Chesterfield Inlet Airport is CYCS, and its IATA code is YCS.
Where is Chesterfield Inlet Airport located?
Chesterfield Inlet Airport is small airport located in Chesterfield Inlet, Canada, at an elevation of 32 ft (10 m).
How many runways does Chesterfield Inlet Airport have?
Chesterfield Inlet Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,600 ft / 1,097 m.
Which airlines fly to Chesterfield Inlet Airport?
Airlines historically serving Chesterfield Inlet Airport include Abu Dhabi Amiri Flight, Canadian North, First Air (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Chesterfield Inlet Airport?
Historical data lists 3 nonstop destinations from Chesterfield Inlet Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Chesterfield Inlet Airport in?
Chesterfield Inlet Airport is in the America/Rankin Inlet time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Chesterfield Inlet Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Chesterfield Inlet Airport is approximately 7.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Chesterfield Inlet Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.