Watson Lake Airport
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About Watson Lake Airport
Watson Lake Airport is located 5 nautical miles west of Watson Lake, Yukon, Canada, and is operated by the Yukon government. The paved asphalt runway is 5,504 by 150 feet land is at an elevation of 2,255 ft (687 m).
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Live weather
CYQHLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 5,504 ft / 1,678 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATF | MANDATORY FREQ | 122.100 MHz |
| RCO | WHITEHORSE RDO | 126.700 MHz |
| RDO | ARPT RDO | 122.100 MHz |
Navaids(3)
Airspace in this area(9)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WATSON LAKE, YT TA | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| WATSON LAKE, YT CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| T751 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V326 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V326 AIRWAY | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| WATSON LAKE CZ | Class E | Controlled | GND | 3000 ft GND |
| WATSON LAKE, YT CAE | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| WATSON LAKE, YT TA | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| T751 AIRWAY | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Canada airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Watson Lake Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Watson Lake Airport?
The ICAO code for Watson Lake Airport is CYQH, and its IATA code is YQH.
Where is Watson Lake Airport located?
Watson Lake Airport is medium airport located in Watson Lake, Canada, at an elevation of 2,255 ft (687 m).
How many runways does Watson Lake Airport have?
Watson Lake Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,504 ft / 1,678 m.
What time zone is Watson Lake Airport in?
Watson Lake Airport is in the America/Whitehorse time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Watson Lake Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Watson Lake Airport is approximately 18.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Watson Lake Airport?
The nearest airport to Watson Lake Airport is Cassiar Aerodrome (CA-1179), about 58.6 nm to the ssw, followed by Hyland Airport and Tungsten (Cantung) Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Watson Lake Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.