Eastmain River Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 45m 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 Eastmain River Airport
Eastmain River Airport, is located 1 nautical mile southwest of Eastmain, Quebec, Canada.
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Eastmain River Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: CYKQ.
Live weather
CYKQNOTAMs
CYKQReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 / 20 | 3,512 ft / 1,070 m | 100 ft | Gravel | Unlit | Open |
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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: WNW (from about 292.5°), on 17% of observations, averaging 10 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 41% | -3,712 ft | |
| Feb | 52% | -3,723 ft | |
| Mar | 61% | -2,953 ft | |
| Apr | 65% | -1,851 ft | |
| May | 68% | -971 ft | |
| Jun | 67% | 297 ft | |
| Jul | 71% | 599 ft | |
| Aug | 64% | 288 ft | |
| Sep | 61% | -177 ft | |
| Oct | 48% | -1,075 ft | |
| Nov | 29% | -1,967 ft | |
| Dec | 32% | -2,885 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-3,723–599 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Eastmain River Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Eastmain River Airport?
The ICAO code for Eastmain River Airport is CZEM, and its IATA code is ZEM.
Where is Eastmain River Airport located?
Eastmain River Airport is small airport located in Eastmain River, Canada, at an elevation of 24 ft (7 m).
How many runways does Eastmain River Airport have?
Eastmain River Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,512 ft / 1,070 m.
What time zone is Eastmain River Airport in?
Eastmain River Airport is in the America/Toronto time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Eastmain River Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Eastmain River Airport is approximately 12.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Eastmain River Airport?
The nearest airport to Eastmain River Airport is Waskaganish Airport (YKQ), about 46.1 nm to the s, followed by Wemindji Airport and La Grande Rivière Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Eastmain River Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.