Pangnirtung Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 15h 6m 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 Pangnirtung Airport

Pangnirtung Airport is located at Pangnirtung, Nunavut, Canada, and is operated by the Government of Nunavut.
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Live weather
CYXPNOTAMs
CYXPReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06T / 24T | 2,920 ft / 890 m | 100 ft | Gvl | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATF | MANDATORY FREQ | 122.100 MHz |
| RDO | RDO | 122.100 MHz |
Navaids(1)
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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 30% of observations, averaging 9 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 83% | -4,219 ft | |
| Feb | 86% | -4,615 ft | |
| Mar | 78% | -3,987 ft | |
| Apr | 70% | -3,003 ft | |
| May | 62% | -1,941 ft | |
| Jun | 70% | -1,088 ft | |
| Jul | 69% | -490 ft | |
| Aug | 65% | -487 ft | |
| Sep | 69% | -1,058 ft | |
| Oct | 66% | -1,705 ft | |
| Nov | 70% | -2,432 ft | |
| Dec | 67% | -3,015 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-4,615–-487 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Pangnirtung Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Pangnirtung Airport?
The ICAO code for Pangnirtung Airport is CYXP, and its IATA code is YXP.
Where is Pangnirtung Airport located?
Pangnirtung Airport is small airport located in Pangnirtung, Canada, at an elevation of 75 ft (23 m).
How many runways does Pangnirtung Airport have?
Pangnirtung Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,920 ft / 890 m.
Which airlines fly to Pangnirtung Airport?
Airlines historically serving Pangnirtung Airport include Canadian North, First Air (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Pangnirtung Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Pangnirtung Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Pangnirtung Airport in?
Pangnirtung Airport is in the America/Pangnirtung time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Pangnirtung Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Pangnirtung Airport is approximately 26.5° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Pangnirtung Airport?
The nearest airport to Pangnirtung Airport is Qikiqtarjuaq Airport (YVM), about 93 nm to the nne.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Pangnirtung Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.