Resolute Bay Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 17h 14m 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 Resolute Bay Airport
Resolute Bay Airport is located at Resolute, Nunavut, Canada, and is operated by the government of Nunavut. It is the second northernmost aerodrome in Canada to receive scheduled passenger airline service; Grise Fiord Airport, which is served from Resolute, is further north. Alert Airport, the northernmost airport in Canada and the world, Tanquary Fiord Airport, and Eureka Aerodrome are all further north but have no scheduled services. Alert and Eureka are both served by Resolute.
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Live weather
CYRBNOTAMs
CYRBReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17T / 35T | 6,500 ft / 1,981 m | 200 ft | Gvl | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| RCO | ARCTIC RDO | 126.700 MHz |
| RDO | ARPT RDO | 122.100 MHz |
Navaids(3)
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 14% of observations, averaging 12 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 71% | -4,940 ft | |
| Feb | 69% | -5,192 ft | |
| Mar | 66% | -5,036 ft | |
| Apr | 69% | -4,167 ft | |
| May | 45% | -2,655 ft | |
| Jun | 38% | -1,433 ft | |
| Jul | 44% | -904 ft | |
| Aug | 31% | -1,049 ft | |
| Sep | 30% | -1,662 ft | |
| Oct | 37% | -2,126 ft | |
| Nov | 49% | -3,712 ft | |
| Dec | 63% | -4,400 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-5,192–-904 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Resolute Bay Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Resolute Bay Airport?
The ICAO code for Resolute Bay Airport is CYRB, and its IATA code is YRB.
Where is Resolute Bay Airport located?
Resolute Bay Airport is medium airport located in Resolute Bay, Canada, at an elevation of 215 ft (66 m).
How many runways does Resolute Bay Airport have?
Resolute Bay Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,500 ft / 1,981 m.
Which airlines fly to Resolute Bay Airport?
Airlines historically serving Resolute Bay Airport include Askari Aviation, First Air (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Resolute Bay Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Resolute Bay Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Resolute Bay Airport in?
Resolute Bay Airport is in the America/Rankin Inlet time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Resolute Bay Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Resolute Bay Airport is approximately 14.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Resolute Bay Airport?
The nearest airport to Resolute Bay Airport is Arctic Watch Lodge Airport (CA-0771), about 43.5 nm to the sse.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Resolute Bay Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.