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Matagami Airport

Matagami, Canada
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Remote northern Quebec gateway serving the Matagami mining community.

Location
Matagami, Canada
Matagami Airport (IATA: YNM, ICAO: CYNM) is a small regional airport located near Matagami, a mining town in northern Quebec, Canada. It provides essential air access to a community that is otherwise reached primarily via Route 109, a long highway connecting the town to southern Quebec. The airport supports charter and scheduled regional air services, playing a critical role in transporting workers to and from mining and forestry operations in the area. Given Matagami's remote location, air travel is a vital link for both residents and industry personnel. The facility is owned and operated under local or provincial authority and serves a relatively small passenger volume, typical of remote northern Quebec communities. Infrastructure is modest, suited to small turboprop and piston aircraft operations.
Terminals
The airport has a single small terminal building suited to low-volume regional and charter traffic.
Getting to & from
Ground transport between the airport and Matagami town centre is limited, with private vehicles and taxis being the primary options.
Airlines here
Air Creebec has historically provided scheduled service to Matagami, connecting it to other northern Quebec communities.
Notable facts
  • ›Matagami is a mining and forestry town in the James Bay region of northern Quebec.
  • ›The airport elevation is approximately 918 feet (280 metres) above sea level.
  • ›The runway is capable of accommodating small turboprop regional aircraft.
  • ›Air access is especially critical in winter when road conditions can be challenging.
  • ›The airport supports fly-in/fly-out operations for regional resource extraction industries.
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City & Place Guide

Remote Quebec mining town on the edge of the boreal wilderness.

Matagami is a small, planned mining town in the Nord-du-Québec region, established in the 1960s to support zinc and copper mining operations. Sitting at the southern gateway to the James Bay road, it serves as a key jumping-off point for travelers heading into the vast northern wilderness.

The town is surrounded by boreal forest, countless lakes, and rivers that offer outstanding opportunities for fishing, hunting, and wildlife observation. Its remote character gives visitors a genuine taste of life on Quebec's northern frontier, far from urban crowds.

While services are limited compared to larger cities, Matagami has essential amenities including hotels, restaurants, and a gas station — crucial for stocking up before venturing north on the long Route de la Baie-James.

  • •Lac Matagami — a beautiful lake ideal for fishing walleye, pike, and perch.
  • •Route de la Baie-James Gateway — start of the legendary 620 km road to James Bay.
  • •Parc d'Aiguebelle proximity — nearby provincial park with trails and dramatic geological features.
  • •Local boreal forest trails — walking and snowshoeing through pristine wilderness.
  • •Matagami Cultural Centre — small facility highlighting local Cree and settler history.
  • •Wildlife watching — moose, black bear, and migratory birds are commonly spotted nearby.

Getting around: Matagami has no public transit system; a personal vehicle or rental car is essentially required. Taxis are available in limited capacity, and rideshare apps do not operate here. The town is accessible by car via Highway 109 from Amos, roughly 200 km south, and there is no passenger rail service to the town.

Best time: Summer (June to August) is the best time to visit for fishing, hiking, and exploring the James Bay road before autumn cold and insects make travel less comfortable.

Local food: Try freshly caught walleye and pike prepared at local camps or restaurants, along with hearty Quebecois comfort staples like tourtière and poutine served at the town's diners.

This guide is provided for general information only. Verify details locally before making travel decisions.

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List of airports in Quebec
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This is a list of airports in Quebec. It includes all Nav Canada certified and registered water and land airports, aerodromes and heliports in the Canadian province of Quebec. Airport names in italics are part of the National Airports System.

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