Travelling from Prince George Airport (YXS) to Whitehorse Airport (YXY): what you need to know
To ensure you get on your YXS to YXY flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Prince George Airport (YXS) to Whitehorse Airport (YXY)
At the moment, $339 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Prince George Airport to Whitehorse Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $767. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To find cheap tickets from YXS to YXY, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Prince George Airport to Whitehorse Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from YXS to YXY by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Prince George Airport to Whitehorse Airport.
Handy information about Prince George Airport (YXS)
Of the departures from Prince George Airport, 51.12% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Prince George to Prince George Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Searching for a hotel to stay in before your flight from Prince George Airport to Whitehorse Airport? Consider Carmel Inn. Get a good night's sleep here before heading to YXS.
Arriving at Whitehorse Airport (YXY)
Book a hotel close to YXY if you have a late Prince George Airport to Whitehorse Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab the keys to a Whitehorse Airport rental car from outlets like Fox - Rent A Car or Budget. With your own wheels, you can venture farther out of Whitehorse and experience places that fly under the radar.
Book your vehicle from Whitehorse Airport several weeks before your departure to get the lowest price. If you're planning to travel during peak season, it's a smart idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Whitehorse Airport (YXY) to central Whitehorse
Whitehorse Airport to the centre of Whitehorse has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
When to fly to Whitehorse Airport (YXY)
July is the busiest month for flights from Prince George Airport to Whitehorse Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Whitehorse in April.
The warmest month in Whitehorse is July, with the temperature ranging between 5ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Prince George Airport to Whitehorse Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from YXS to YXY in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -27ºC and -5ºC on average.
Explore more of Canada
Watson Lake is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen Whitehorse. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Sign Post Forest, Northern Lights Centre and Wye Lake Park.
Dawson City is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 434 kilometres north-west of Whitehorse. No trip is complete without a visit to Klondike National Historic Site, Dawson City Museum and Dredge No. 4.
