Port Hardy Airport — Port Hardy, Canada
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Distance & flight time from YZT
Port Hardy Airport
Port Hardy Airport, coded YZT, is located near the northern tip of Vancouver Island in British Columbia and serves as a gateway for travelers heading to remote coastal communities and wilderness destinations. The airport offers scheduled flights connecting Port Hardy to Vancouver, supporting both residents and tourists interested in whale watching, fishing lodges, and access to the Great Bear Rainforest region. YZT also plays a role in supporting forestry, fishing industry logistics, and emergency medical transport for the sparsely populated North Island area. Its paved runway accommodates regional turboprop aircraft used by Canadian carriers serving smaller communities.
Runways at Port Hardy Airport (YZT)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 4000 ft (1219 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
| 11/29 | 5000 ft (1524 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
| 16/34 | 4000 ft (1219 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Port Hardy Airport (YZT)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | MF HARDY RDO | 122.2 MHz |
| CNTR | VANCOUVER CNTR | 132.2 MHz |
| RCO | PACIFIC RDO | 126.7 MHz |
| RDO | RDO | 122.2 MHz |
Airports near Port Hardy Airport (YZT)
- Campbell River Airport (YBL) — 169.5 km (105.3 mi)
- Bella Bella (Campbell Island) Airport (ZEL) — 176.0 km (109.4 mi)
- Bella Coola Airport (QBC) — 197.1 km (122.5 mi)
- Comox Valley International Airport / CFB Comox (YQQ) — 206.8 km (128.5 mi)
- Tofino / Long Beach Airport (YAZ) — 211.4 km (131.4 mi)
- Powell River Airport (YPW) — 224.5 km (139.5 mi)
- Anahim Lake Airport (YAA) — 243.1 km (151.1 mi)
- Qualicum Beach Airport (XQU) — 259.7 km (161.4 mi)
YZT, Port Hardy Airport, connects northern Vancouver Island to Vancouver, supporting tourism, fishing industry logistics, and remote coastal communities in the north.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Port Hardy Airport?
The IATA code for Port Hardy Airport is YZT.
What is the ICAO code for Port Hardy Airport?
The ICAO code for Port Hardy Airport is CYZT. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.