Lynn Lake Airport — Lynn Lake, Canada
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Lynn Lake Airport (Lynn Lake) is YYL — its ICAO code is CYYL.
Distance & flight time from YYL
Lynn Lake Airport
Lynn Lake Airport (YYL) serves the small mining community of Lynn Lake in northern Manitoba, a town that emerged in the mid-20th century around nickel mining operations. The airport now supports general aviation, medical evacuation flights, and limited charter service, given the town's remote location far from major highways. Lynn Lake's population has declined since its mining heyday, but YYL remains a critical link for residents, hunters, and anglers drawn to the region's abundant northern lakes. The surrounding boreal wilderness also attracts eco-tourism, with the airport facilitating access to fishing lodges scattered throughout Manitoba's far north.
Runways at Lynn Lake Airport (YYL)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 2520 ft (768 m) | 80 ft (24 m) | GVL |
| 17/35 | 5000 ft (1524 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Lynn Lake Airport (YYL)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | MF WINNIPEG RDO | 122.3 MHz |
| CNTR | WINNIPEG CNTR | 135.05 MHz |
| RCO | WINNIPEG RDO | 123.475 MHz |
Airports near Lynn Lake Airport (YYL)
- Leaf Rapids Airport (YLR) — 77.2 km (48.0 mi)
- Thompson Airport (YTH) — 230.5 km (143.2 mi)
- Points North Landing Airport (YNL) — 238.3 km (148.1 mi)
- Thicket Portage Airport (YTD) — 270.4 km (168.0 mi)
- Key Lake Airport (YKJ) — 278.0 km (172.7 mi)
- Pikwitonei Airport (PIW) — 280.2 km (174.1 mi)
- Kelsey Airport (KES) — 295.2 km (183.4 mi)
- The Pas Airport (YQD) — 321.6 km (199.8 mi)
Lynn Lake Airport (YYL) serves a remote northern Manitoba mining town, supporting medevac flights and access to boreal fishing lodges and wilderness tourism.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Lynn Lake Airport?
The IATA code for Lynn Lake Airport is YYL.
What is the ICAO code for Lynn Lake Airport?
The ICAO code for Lynn Lake Airport is CYYL. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.