Gjoa Haven Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 15h 31m 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 Gjoa Haven Airport
Gjoa Haven Airport is located 1.5 nautical miles northeast of Gjoa Haven, Nunavut, Canada, and is operated by the government of Nunavut.
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Live weather
CYHKNOTAMs
CYHKReference 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 | 4,400 ft / 1,341 m | 100 ft | Gvl | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATF | MANDATORY FREQ | 122.100 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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 12% of observations, averaging 15 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 21% | -5,101 ft | |
| Feb | 22% | -5,651 ft | |
| Mar | 30% | -5,192 ft | |
| Apr | 41% | -4,123 ft | |
| May | 27% | -2,641 ft | |
| Jun | 32% | -1,389 ft | |
| Jul | 51% | -531 ft | |
| Aug | 43% | -647 ft | |
| Sep | 19% | -1,253 ft | |
| Oct | 15% | -1,664 ft | |
| Nov | 21% | -3,533 ft | |
| Dec | 21% | -4,506 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-5,651–-531 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Gjoa Haven Airport?
The ICAO code for Gjoa Haven Airport is CYHK, and its IATA code is YHK.
Where is Gjoa Haven Airport located?
Gjoa Haven Airport is small airport located in Gjoa Haven, Canada, at an elevation of 152 ft (46 m).
How many runways does Gjoa Haven Airport have?
Gjoa Haven Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,400 ft / 1,341 m.
Which airlines fly to Gjoa Haven Airport?
Airlines historically serving Gjoa Haven Airport include Canadian North, First Air (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Gjoa Haven Airport?
Historical data lists 3 nonstop destinations from Gjoa Haven Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Gjoa Haven Airport in?
Gjoa Haven Airport is in the America/Cambridge Bay time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Gjoa Haven Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Gjoa Haven Airport is approximately 4.4° 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. Gjoa Haven Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.