Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport — Winnipeg, Canada
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Distance & flight time from YWG
Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport
Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport, identified as YWG, takes its name from a Winnipeg financier who backed some of Canada's earliest commercial aviation ventures in the 1920s. Centrally located within the country, the airport has long served as a hub for cargo and connecting traffic. It shares its runways with a Canadian Armed Forces base, giving the site a dual civilian-military character that dates back decades. A modern terminal building opened in 2011, replacing a facility that had served travelers since the 1960s. Adjacent to the airport, CentrePort Canada operates as an inland trade and logistics zone linking rail, road, and air transport. Regional carriers based at YWG connect Winnipeg to remote communities across northern Manitoba and into Nunavut, while Air Canada and WestJet handle the bulk of scheduled passenger service to larger cities.
Runways at Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13/31 | 8841 ft (2695 m) | 200 ft (61 m) | ASP |
| 18/36 | 11000 ft (3353 m) | 200 ft (61 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ARR | ARR | 119.5 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 120.2 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.3 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 119.9 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.9 MHz |
| MIL | Military operations | 131.4 MHz |
| MIL | Military operations | 308.8 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV | 34.46 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.3 MHz |
| TWR | Winnipeg tower - secondary (V) | 125.4 MHz |
| VFR ADV | Winnipeg advisory | 121 MHz |
Airports near Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG)
- Portage-la-Prairie / Southport Airport (YPG) — 74.0 km (46.0 mi)
- Gimli Industrial Park Airport (YGM) — 81.1 km (50.4 mi)
- Brandon Municipal Airport (YBR) — 194.2 km (120.7 mi)
- Kenora Airport (YQK) — 206.7 km (128.4 mi)
- Grand Forks Air Force Base (RDR) — 217.0 km (134.8 mi)
- Grand Forks International Airport (GFK) — 218.1 km (135.5 mi)
- Thief River Falls Regional Airport (TVF) — 219.0 km (136.1 mi)
- Baudette International Airport (BDE) — 231.4 km (143.8 mi)
With few restrictions on nighttime flight operations, YWG has become a preferred overnight stop for cargo carriers, reinforcing its long-standing role in Canada's domestic air freight network.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport?
The IATA code for Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport is YWG.
What is the ICAO code for Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport?
The ICAO code for Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport is CYWG. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.