Rankin Inlet Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 19h 1m 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 Rankin Inlet Airport
Rankin Inlet Airport is located at Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, Canada, and is operated by the Government of Nunavut.
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Live weather
CYRTLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13T / 31T | 6,000 ft / 1,829 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| MF | Rankin Radio, 5nm below 3100ASL | 122.200 MHz |
| PAL | Edmonton Control | 134.000 MHz |
| RCO | Artic Radio (FISE) | 123.550 MHz |
| RDO | Rankin Radio | 122.200 MHz |
| VDF | VHF Direction Finding | 122.200 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Rankin Inlet Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Rankin Inlet Airport?
The ICAO code for Rankin Inlet Airport is CYRT, and its IATA code is YRT.
Where is Rankin Inlet Airport located?
Rankin Inlet Airport is medium airport located in Rankin Inlet, Canada, at an elevation of 94 ft (29 m).
How many runways does Rankin Inlet Airport have?
Rankin Inlet Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,000 ft / 1,829 m.
Which airlines fly to Rankin Inlet Airport?
Airlines historically serving Rankin Inlet Airport include Abu Dhabi Amiri Flight, Canadian North, First Air (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Rankin Inlet Airport?
Historical data lists 11 nonstop destinations from Rankin Inlet Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Rankin Inlet Airport in?
Rankin Inlet Airport is in the America/Rankin Inlet time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Rankin Inlet Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Rankin Inlet Airport is approximately 5.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Rankin Inlet Airport?
The nearest airport to Rankin Inlet Airport is Whale Cove Airport (YXN), about 36.8 nm to the ssw.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Rankin Inlet Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.