Gateway to British Columbia's rugged Pacific Northwest coast.
Opened
1944
Location
Prince Rupert, Canada
Prince Rupert Airport (IATA: YPR, ICAO: CYPR) serves the city of Prince Rupert in northern British Columbia, Canada. Unusually, the airport is located on Digby Island, separated from the city by a short water crossing, requiring passengers to use a ferry shuttle as part of their journey to and from the terminal.
The airport handles scheduled regional and connecting flights, linking Prince Rupert to major hubs such as Vancouver. It plays an important role for residents of the region given the limited road connectivity of Prince Rupert itself.
Despite its modest size, the airport supports the local economy, which is tied to fishing, the Port of Prince Rupert, and growing container shipping operations.
Terminals
The airport has a single small terminal building serving all passengers on Digby Island.
Getting to & from
Ground transport requires a dedicated passenger ferry connecting Digby Island to the Prince Rupert waterfront, followed by a bus connection to the city centre.
Airlines here
Air Canada Express (operated by Jazz) and Central Mountain Air are among the primary carriers providing scheduled service to Prince Rupert.
Notable facts
- ›The airport is situated on Digby Island, making it one of the few Canadian airports requiring a ferry crossing for passenger access.
- ›A free ferry and bus shuttle service is coordinated with flight schedules to transport passengers between the terminal and the city.
- ›Prince Rupert is one of Canada's wettest cities, frequently affecting flight operations due to fog and rain.
- ›The airport's origins trace back to World War II military use in the 1940s.
- ›The Port of Prince Rupert, one of North America's largest container ports, drives significant economic activity in the region served by the airport.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
