Region of Waterloo International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 18m 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 Region of Waterloo International Airport
Region of Waterloo International Airport or Kitchener/Waterloo Airport is an international airport serving the Regional Municipality of Waterloo in Woolwich, Ontario, Canada, west of Toronto. It has year round daily flights to Edmonton, Vancouver, Calgary, Orlando, Halifax, Fort Lauderdale and Kelowna through Flair Airlines and WestJet. It also has seasonal flights to Cancún through Sunwing Airlines and Flair Airlines. In 2022, the airport ranked seventh-busiest in Canada by total aircraft movements and twentieth-busiest by passenger traffic.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
CYKFNOTAMs
CYKFReference 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 7,003 ft / 2,135 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 14 / 32 | 4,103 ft / 1,251 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ARR | Toronto Terminal | 128.275 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 125.100 MHz |
| DEP | Toronto Terminal | 128.275 MHz |
| GND | Waterloo Ground | 121.800 MHz |
| MF | Waterloo Traffic, 5nm below 4000 ASL, 04Z to 12Z | 126.000 MHz |
| PAL | Toronto Control | 128.275 MHz |
| TWR | Waterloo Tower, secondary | 118.550 MHz |
| TWR | Waterloo Tower, primary | 126.000 MHz |
Services & operations
Region of Waterloo International Airport is conveniently located 45 minutes west of Toronto, offering modern facilities and affordable parking.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(13)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T614 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| WINDSOR, ON TA | 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 |
| SOUTHERN ONTARIO LOW LEVEL CONTROL AREA CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| T614 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| KITCHENER/WATERLOO CZ | Class C | Controlled | GND | 4000 ft MSL |
| WINDSOR, ON TA | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| TORONTO XPNDR MANDTRY | Class E | Controlled | 6500 ft MSL | 12500 ft MSL |
| T614 AIRWAY | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| 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 |
| T614 AIRWAY | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| SOUTHERN ONTARIO LOW LEVEL CONTROL AREA CAE | Class E | Controlled | 6500 ft MSL | 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: W (from about 270°), on 12% of observations, averaging 13 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 27% | -898 ft | |
| Feb | 35% | -958 ft | |
| Mar | 44% | -455 ft | |
| Apr | 49% | 158 ft | |
| May | 58% | 935 ft | |
| Jun | 63% | 1,724 ft | |
| Jul | 62% | 1,931 ft | |
| Aug | 56% | 1,735 ft | |
| Sep | 46% | 1,129 ft | |
| Oct | 43% | 488 ft | |
| Nov | 40% | -315 ft | |
| Dec | 28% | -593 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-958–1,931 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 236 ft | 1,063 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,056 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Region of Waterloo International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Region of Waterloo International Airport?
The ICAO code for Region of Waterloo International Airport is CYKF, and its IATA code is YKF.
Where is Region of Waterloo International Airport located?
Region of Waterloo International Airport is medium airport located in Breslau, Canada, at an elevation of 1,054 ft (321 m).
How many runways does Region of Waterloo International Airport have?
Region of Waterloo International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 7,003 ft / 2,135 m.
Which airlines fly to Region of Waterloo International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Region of Waterloo International Airport include American Airlines, US Airways, WestJet (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Region of Waterloo International Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Region of Waterloo International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Region of Waterloo International Airport in?
Region of Waterloo International Airport is in the America/Toronto time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Region of Waterloo International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Region of Waterloo International Airport is approximately 9.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Region of Waterloo International Airport?
The nearest airport to Region of Waterloo International Airport is Cambridge / Reid's Field (CPE4), about 6.5 nm to the e, followed by Roseville Field and Conestogo / Largo Woods Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Region of Waterloo International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.