Victoria Harbour Seaplane Base
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 32m 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 Victoria Harbour Seaplane Base
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport or Victoria Harbour Water Airport is located in Victoria Harbour, adjacent to Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
CYWHNOTAMs
CYWHReference 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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V495 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| VICTORIA HARBOUR, BC TA | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| SOUTH VANCOUVER ISLAND, BC CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TCA | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TCA | Class C | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 4500 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TCA | Class C | Controlled | 4500 ft MSL | 6500 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TCA | Class C | Controlled | 6500 ft MSL | 8500 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TCA | Class C | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TCA | Class C | Controlled | 9500 ft MSL | 12500 ft MSL |
| VICTORIA HARBOUR CZ | Class E | Controlled | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| SOUTH VANCOUVER ISLAND, BC CAE | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| VICTORIA HARBOUR, BC TA | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| VICTORIA HARBOUR XPNDR MANDTRY | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| V495 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.
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: SW (from about 225°), on 18% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 62% | — | |
| Feb | 66% | — | |
| Mar | 79% | — | |
| Apr | 88% | — | |
| May | 92% | — | |
| Jun | 95% | — | |
| Jul | 95% | — | |
| Aug | 90% | — | |
| Sep | 81% | — | |
| Oct | 75% | — | |
| Nov | 68% | — | |
| Dec | 58% | — |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Victoria Harbour Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Victoria Harbour Seaplane Base?
The ICAO code for Victoria Harbour Seaplane Base is CYWH, and its IATA code is YWH.
Where is Victoria Harbour Seaplane Base located?
Victoria Harbour Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Victoria, Canada.
Which airlines fly to Victoria Harbour Seaplane Base?
Airlines historically serving Victoria Harbour Seaplane Base include Helijet, Kenmore Air (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Victoria Harbour Seaplane Base?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Victoria Harbour Seaplane Base. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Victoria Harbour Seaplane Base in?
Victoria Harbour Seaplane Base is in the America/Vancouver time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Victoria Harbour Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Victoria Harbour Seaplane Base is approximately 15.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Victoria Harbour Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Victoria Harbour Seaplane Base is Michell Airpark (CA-0811), about 8.6 nm to the n, followed by Victoria International Airport and King Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Victoria Harbour Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.