Grande Prairie Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 16h 51m 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 Grande Prairie Airport
Grande Prairie Airport is a commercial airport located 3 nautical miles west northwest of Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada. It is the largest airport in the Peace River Country of northwestern Alberta and northeastern British Columbia, having served 446,000 passengers in 2014 and 436,000 in 2015, ranking among the busiest regional airports in Canada.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
CYQULive 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30▸ displaced | 8,502 ft / 2,591 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 07 / 25 | 6,200 ft / 1,890 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | MF GRAND PRAIRIE RDO | 118.100 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 128.600 MHz |
| CNTR | EDMONTON CNTR | 134.500 MHz |
| FSS | RDO | 118.100 MHz |
| RCO | EDMONTON RDO | 122.500 MHz |
Services & operations
The airport offers services such as parking and transportation, along with meeting rental options.
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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(14)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EDMONTON, AB CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| GRANDE PRAIRIE, AB TA | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V301 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| GRANDE PRAIRIE, AB CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| V329 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| EDMONTON, AB CAE | Class E | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 12500 ft MSL |
| GRANDE PRAIRIE, AB TA | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| GRANDE PRAIRIE CZ | Class E | Controlled | GND | 3000 ft GND |
| V329 AIRWAY | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| GRANDE PRAIRIE, AB CAE | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| V301 AIRWAY | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| EDMONTON, AB CAE | Class E | Controlled | 5700 ft MSL | 12500 ft MSL |
| GRANDE PRAIRIE, AB CAE | Class E | Controlled | 7700 ft MSL | 12500 ft MSL |
| EDMONTON, AB CAE | Class E | Controlled | 6700 ft MSL | 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 Grande Prairie Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Grande Prairie Airport?
The ICAO code for Grande Prairie Airport is CYQU, and its IATA code is YQU.
Where is Grande Prairie Airport located?
Grande Prairie Airport is medium airport located in Grande Prairie, Canada, at an elevation of 2,195 ft (669 m).
How many runways does Grande Prairie Airport have?
Grande Prairie Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 8,502 ft / 2,591 m.
Which airlines fly to Grande Prairie Airport?
Airlines historically serving Grande Prairie Airport include Air Canada, WestJet (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Grande Prairie Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Grande Prairie Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Grande Prairie Airport in?
Grande Prairie Airport is in the America/Edmonton time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Grande Prairie Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Grande Prairie Airport is approximately 15.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Grande Prairie Airport?
The nearest airport to Grande Prairie Airport is Grovedale Airport (CA-0836), about 8 nm to the sse, followed by Beaverlodge Airport and Debolt Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Grande Prairie Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.