Ekati Airport
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 19h 44m 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 Ekati Airport
This is a list of airports in the Northwest Territories. It includes all Nav Canada certified and registered water and land airports, aerodromes and heliports in the Canadian territory of the Northwest Territories. Airport names in italics are part of the National Airports System.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
CYOALive 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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02T / 20T | 6,411 ft / 1,954 m | 148 ft | Gvl | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | — | 122.700 MHz |
| PAL | Edmonton Center | 135.175 MHz |
| RCO | Arctic Radio (FISE) | 123.275 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Ekati Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Ekati Airport?
The ICAO code for Ekati Airport is CYOA, and its IATA code is YOA.
Where is Ekati Airport located?
Ekati Airport is medium airport located in Ekati, Canada, at an elevation of 1,536 ft (468 m).
How many runways does Ekati Airport have?
Ekati Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,411 ft / 1,954 m.
What time zone is Ekati Airport in?
Ekati Airport is in the America/Yellowknife time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Ekati Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Ekati Airport is approximately 13.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Ekati Airport?
The nearest airport to Ekati Airport is Diavik Airport (DVK), about 14 nm to the se, followed by Tundra Mine/Salamita Mine Aerodrome and Snap Lake Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Ekati Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.