Trois-Rivières Airport — Trois-Rivières, Canada
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Distance & flight time from YRQ
Trois-Rivières Airport
Trois-Rivières Airport, assigned code YRQ, serves Quebec's third-largest city, situated where the Saint-Maurice River meets the Saint Lawrence midway between Montreal and Quebec City. The airport supports general aviation, flight schools, corporate charters, and occasional scheduled service, complementing the city's industrial base in pulp and paper manufacturing. Trois-Rivières hosts the Grand Prix de Trois-Rivieres motor race and a lively summer festival scene, and YRQ occasionally accommodates related charter traffic during these events. With a paved runway capable of handling regional jets, the airport provides a practical alternative to the larger Montreal and Quebec City hubs for business travelers serving the Mauricie region.
Runways at Trois-Rivières Airport (YRQ)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 9006 ft (2745 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Trois-Rivières Airport (YRQ)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CNTR | MONTREAL CNTR | 128.22 MHz |
| UNIC | MF/UNICOM | 123 MHz |
Airports near Trois-Rivières Airport (YRQ)
- Montréal / Saint-Hubert Metropolitan Airport (YHU) — 109.0 km (67.7 mi)
- Quebec Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) — 109.7 km (68.2 mi)
- Bromont (Roland Désourdy) Airport (ZBM) — 118.2 km (73.4 mi)
- St Jean Airport (YJN) — 126.6 km (78.7 mi)
- Sherbrooke Airport (YSC) — 127.2 km (79.0 mi)
- Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) — 128.2 km (79.7 mi)
- Montreal Mirabel International Airport (YMX) — 128.9 km (80.1 mi)
- Mont-Tremblant International Airport (YTM) — 161.3 km (100.2 mi)
YRQ, Trois-Rivières Airport in Quebec, serves this industrial river city between Montreal and Quebec City with general aviation, charters, and traffic tied to its motor racing and festival events.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Trois-Rivières Airport?
The IATA code for Trois-Rivières Airport is YRQ.
What is the ICAO code for Trois-Rivières Airport?
The ICAO code for Trois-Rivières Airport is CYRQ. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.