Arviat Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 14h 33m 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 Arviat Airport
Arviat Airport is located at Arviat, Nunavut, Canada, and is operated by the government of Nunavut. Local taxis provide service between the hamlet and the airport for $7.
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Live weather
CYEKNOTAMs
CYEKReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15T / 33T | 4,000 ft / 1,219 m | 100 ft | Gvl | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS | 128.700 MHz |
| RDO | ARPT RDO | 122.100 MHz |
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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: NNW (from about 337.5°), on 16% of observations, averaging 16 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 33% | -4,654 ft | |
| Feb | 40% | -5,267 ft | |
| Mar | 44% | -4,480 ft | |
| Apr | 43% | -3,519 ft | |
| May | 34% | -2,202 ft | |
| Jun | 50% | -1,225 ft | |
| Jul | 59% | -320 ft | |
| Aug | 53% | -367 ft | |
| Sep | 38% | -775 ft | |
| Oct | 33% | -1,497 ft | |
| Nov | 34% | -2,888 ft | |
| Dec | 36% | -4,009 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-5,267–-320 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Arviat Airport?
The ICAO code for Arviat Airport is CYEK, and its IATA code is YEK.
Where is Arviat Airport located?
Arviat Airport is small airport located in Arviat, Canada, at an elevation of 32 ft (10 m).
How many runways does Arviat Airport have?
Arviat Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,000 ft / 1,219 m.
Which airlines fly to Arviat Airport?
Airlines historically serving Arviat 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 Arviat Airport?
Historical data lists 3 nonstop destinations from Arviat Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Arviat Airport in?
Arviat Airport is in the America/Rankin Inlet time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Arviat Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Arviat Airport is approximately 2.1° 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. Arviat Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.