Peterborough Regional Airport — Peterborough, Canada
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Peterborough Regional Airport (Peterborough) is YPQ — its ICAO code is CYPQ.
Distance & flight time from YPQ
Peterborough Regional Airport
Peterborough Regional Airport, coded YPQ, sits just outside Peterborough, Ontario, serving the Kawartha Lakes region of central Ontario. The airport primarily supports general aviation, flight training, and charter operations rather than scheduled commercial airline service, making it an important hub for local pilots and aviation enthusiasts. Its paved runways can accommodate a range of small to mid-sized aircraft, and the facility occasionally hosts air shows and community aviation events. Peterborough itself is known for its canal system and proximity to cottage country, and YPQ provides convenient access for business travelers and recreational flyers alike who wish to bypass the longer drive to Toronto's larger airports.
Runways at Peterborough Regional Airport (YPQ)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 7005 ft (2135 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
| 13/31 | 2000 ft (610 m) | 49 ft (15 m) | ASPH |
Radio frequencies for Peterborough Regional Airport (YPQ)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS | 126.925 MHz |
| CNTR | TORONTO CNTR | 134.25 MHz |
| UNIC | ATF/UNICOM | 123 MHz |
Airports near Peterborough Regional Airport (YPQ)
- Oshawa Executive Airport (YOO) — 54.7 km (34.0 mi)
- CFB Trenton (YTR) — 67.7 km (42.1 mi)
- Barrie-Lake Simcoe Regional Airport (YLK) — 98.9 km (61.5 mi)
- Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) — 106.6 km (66.2 mi)
- Muskoka Airport (YQA) — 111.4 km (69.2 mi)
- Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) — 118.8 km (73.8 mi)
- Niagara District Airport (YCM) — 132.8 km (82.5 mi)
- Niagara Falls International Airport (IAG) — 133.6 km (83.0 mi)
Peterborough Regional Airport (YPQ) serves Ontario's Kawartha Lakes area with general aviation, flight training, and charter services near Peterborough, offering a convenient alternative to Toronto-area airports.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Peterborough Regional Airport?
The IATA code for Peterborough Regional Airport is YPQ.
What is the ICAO code for Peterborough Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for Peterborough Regional Airport is CYPQ. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.