Medicine Hat Regional Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 41m 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 Medicine Hat Regional Airport
Medicine Hat Airport is located 2 nautical miles southwest of Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada. WestJet Encore services the airport daily from Calgary.
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Live weather
CYXHNOTAMs
CYXHReference 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 / 21 | 5,000 ft / 1,524 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 09 / 27 | 2,820 ft / 860 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | MF | 122.200 MHz |
| AWOS | AWOS | 124.875 MHz |
| RCO | EDMONTON RDO | 126.700 MHz |
| RDO | RDO | 122.200 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(7)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEDICINE HAT, AB CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| T628 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| MEDICINE HAT, AB TA | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| T628 AIRWAY | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| MEDICINE HAT, AB TA | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| MEDICINE HAT CZ | Class E | Controlled | GND | 3000 ft GND |
| MEDICINE HAT, AB CAE | 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 14% of observations, averaging 9 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 69% | 304 ft | |
| Feb | 65% | -164 ft | |
| Mar | 63% | 816 ft | |
| Apr | 76% | 1,650 ft | |
| May | 84% | 2,627 ft | |
| Jun | 86% | 3,143 ft | |
| Jul | 89% | 3,457 ft | |
| Aug | 86% | 3,368 ft | |
| Sep | 82% | 2,788 ft | |
| Oct | 83% | 1,751 ft | |
| Nov | 65% | 947 ft | |
| Dec | 68% | 446 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-164–3,457 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Medicine Hat Regional Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Medicine Hat Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for Medicine Hat Regional Airport is CYXH, and its IATA code is YXH.
Where is Medicine Hat Regional Airport located?
Medicine Hat Regional Airport is medium airport located in Medicine Hat, Canada, at an elevation of 2,352 ft (717 m).
How many runways does Medicine Hat Regional Airport have?
Medicine Hat Regional Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 5,000 ft / 1,524 m.
Which airlines fly to Medicine Hat Regional Airport?
Airlines historically serving Medicine Hat Regional Airport include Air Canada (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Medicine Hat Regional Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Medicine Hat Regional Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Medicine Hat Regional Airport in?
Medicine Hat Regional Airport is in the America/Edmonton time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Medicine Hat Regional Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Medicine Hat Regional Airport is approximately 11.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Medicine Hat Regional Airport?
The nearest airport to Medicine Hat Regional Airport is Schlenker Airport (CFZ3), about 2.8 nm to the s, followed by Bow Island Airport and Nemiskam Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Medicine Hat Regional Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.