Haines Junction Airport — Haines Junction, Canada

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Haines Junction Airport in Haines Junction uses the IATA code YHT, with CYHT as its ICAO identifier.

Distance & flight time from YHT

Haines Junction Airport

Haines Junction Airport, coded YHT, serves the village of Haines Junction in Canada's Yukon territory, located near the entrance to Kluane National Park and Reserve, home to Canada's highest peak, Mount Logan. This small airport primarily supports general aviation, sightseeing flights over the park's glaciers and icefields, and charter services for hikers, mountaineers, and researchers. YHT's gravel runway accommodates light aircraft rather than commercial jets, fitting the community's role as a gateway to wilderness tourism rather than a major transit hub. The airport also assists with search-and-rescue operations and wildfire monitoring, given the vast, rugged terrain surrounding this southwestern Yukon community.

Runways at Haines Junction Airport (YHT)

RunwayLengthWidthSurface
04/225000 ft (1524 m)100 ft (30 m)GRVL

Radio frequencies for Haines Junction Airport (YHT)

No published frequency data for this airport.

Airports near Haines Junction Airport (YHT)

Haines Junction Airport (YHT) serves as a Yukon gateway to Kluane National Park, supporting sightseeing flights over glaciers near Mount Logan and search-and-rescue operations.

FAQ

What is the IATA code for Haines Junction Airport?

The IATA code for Haines Junction Airport is YHT.

What is the ICAO code for Haines Junction Airport?

The ICAO code for Haines Junction Airport is CYHT. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.