Sanikiluaq Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 14h 3m 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 Sanikiluaq Airport
Sanikiluaq Airport is located at Sanikiluaq, Nunavut, Canada, and is operated by the Government of Nunavut. It is one of the few airports in Nunavut that uses magnetic headings for the runway rather than true headings.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Sanikiluaq Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: CYGW.
Live weather
CYGWNOTAMs
CYGWReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 3,800 ft / 1,158 m | 100 ft | Gravel | Unlit | Open |
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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: W (from about 270°), on 15% of observations, averaging 12 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 26% | -3,730 ft | |
| Feb | 35% | -4,116 ft | |
| Mar | 35% | -3,627 ft | |
| Apr | 33% | -2,394 ft | |
| May | 26% | -1,728 ft | |
| Jun | 37% | -993 ft | |
| Jul | 33% | -382 ft | |
| Aug | 34% | -285 ft | |
| Sep | 31% | -640 ft | |
| Oct | 38% | -1,183 ft | |
| Nov | 30% | -1,701 ft | |
| Dec | 23% | -2,456 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-4,116–-285 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Sanikiluaq Airport?
The ICAO code for Sanikiluaq Airport is CYSK, and its IATA code is YSK.
Where is Sanikiluaq Airport located?
Sanikiluaq Airport is small airport located in Sanikiluaq, Canada, at an elevation of 104 ft (32 m).
How many runways does Sanikiluaq Airport have?
Sanikiluaq Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,800 ft / 1,158 m.
Which airlines fly to Sanikiluaq Airport?
Airlines historically serving Sanikiluaq Airport include Abu Dhabi Amiri Flight (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Sanikiluaq Airport?
Historical data lists 3 nonstop destinations from Sanikiluaq Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Sanikiluaq Airport in?
Sanikiluaq Airport is in the America/Iqaluit time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Sanikiluaq Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Sanikiluaq Airport is approximately 14.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Sanikiluaq Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.