Bonaventure Airport — Bonaventure, Canada
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereBonaventure Airport in Bonaventure uses the IATA code YVB, with CYVB as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from YVB
Bonaventure Airport
Bonaventure Airport (YVB) is a small regional airport located in the Gaspésie region of Quebec, Canada, serving the municipality of Bonaventure and surrounding communities along the Baie des Chaleurs. The airport primarily accommodates general aviation, charter flights, and occasional scheduled service linking the area to larger Quebec hubs, given the Gaspé Peninsula's distance from major highways and rail lines. Bonaventure's economy has traditionally rested on fishing and forestry, and the airport supports both local commerce and the region's growing tourism sector centered on coastal scenery and outdoor recreation. With a modest single runway, YVB reflects the scale typical of rural Quebec aerodromes serving dispersed peninsular populations.
Runways at Bonaventure Airport (YVB)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13/31 | 5985 ft (1824 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Bonaventure Airport (YVB)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATF | MF/UNICOM | 123 MHz |
| RCO | QUEBEC RDO | 123.55 MHz |
Airports near Bonaventure Airport (YVB)
- Bathurst Airport (ZBF) — 53.3 km (33.1 mi)
- Charlo Airport (YCL) — 65.3 km (40.6 mi)
- Michel-Pouliot Gaspé Airport (YGP) — 106.5 km (66.2 mi)
- Miramichi Airport (YCH) — 118.2 km (73.4 mi)
- Matane Airport (YME) — 171.0 km (106.3 mi)
- Saint-Léonard Airport (YSL) — 205.0 km (127.4 mi)
- Mont Joli Airport (YYY) — 211.7 km (131.5 mi)
- Port-Menier Airport (YPN) — 214.1 km (133.0 mi)
Bonaventure Airport (YVB) serves Quebec's Gaspésie coastal region, supporting general aviation, charter flights, and tourism access along the Baie des Chaleurs.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Bonaventure Airport?
The IATA code for Bonaventure Airport is YVB.
What is the ICAO code for Bonaventure Airport?
The ICAO code for Bonaventure Airport is CYVB. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.