YRT
Rankin Inlet Airport
Rankin Inlet · CanadaICAO CYRT
Rankin Inlet Airport (YRT) is an airport serving Rankin Inlet, Canada, located in the Northern and Western hemispheres at coordinates 62° 48' 41.0" N, 92° 6' 56.9" W. The airport sits at an elevation of 94 feet (29 meters) above sea level. With 11 direct destinations served by 3 airlines, it is a regional hub for air travel. The local timezone is America/Winnipeg (GMT-5).
Destinations
11
Airlines
3
Elevation ft
94/ 29m
America/Winnipeg
GMT-5
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Airport Details
IATA Code
YRT
ICAO Code
CYRT
City
Rankin Inlet
Country
Canada
Elevation
94 ft
Local Time
11:28 AM (GMT-5)
Coordinates
Latitude:62.8114°
Longitude:-92.1158°
Popular Routes from YRT
| Destination | City | Distance | Flight Time | Type | CO2 (Economy) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YBK | Baker Lake, Canada | 160 mi | 0h 48m | short-haul | 66 kg | View |
| YCS | Chesterfield Inlet, Canada | 57 mi | 0h 36m | short-haul | 23 kg | View |
| YEK | Eskimo Point, Canada | 135 mi | 0h 45m | short-haul | 55 kg | View |
| YZF | Yellowknife, Canada | 708 mi | 1h 50m | short-haul | 291 kg | View |
| YFB | Iqaluit, Canada | 733 mi | 1h 53m | short-haul | 301 kg | View |
| YUT | Repulse Bay, Canada | 311 mi | 1h 5m | short-haul | 128 kg | View |
| YWG | Winnipeg, Canada | 913 mi | 2h 14m | short-haul | 375 kg | View |
| YXN | Whale Cove, Canada | 42 mi | 0h 35m | short-haul | 17 kg | View |
| YYQ | Churchill, Canada | 290 mi | 1h 3m | short-haul | 119 kg | View |
| YZS | Coral Harbour, Canada | 287 mi | 1h 3m | short-haul | 118 kg | View |
Airlines Operating at YRT
3 active airlines serving Rankin Inlet Airport.
Abu Dhabi Amiri Flight
MOUnited Arab Emirates
Canadian North
5TCanada
First Air
7FCanada
CO2 Emissions Reference
Estimated carbon dioxide emissions per passenger for sample flight distances, based on DEFRA 2024 emission factors.
| Route Type | Distance | Economy | Premium Eco | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-haul | 800 km | 204 kg | 326 kg | 592 kg | 816 kg |
| Medium-haul | 3,000 km | 468 kg | 749 kg | 1357 kg | 1872 kg |
| Long-haul | 8,000 km | 1200 kg | 1920 kg | 3480 kg | 4800 kg |
Values are estimates based on average emission factors. Actual emissions vary by aircraft type, load factor, and routing.
Nearby Airports
Airports closest to Rankin Inlet Airport that may serve as alternatives.
| Airport | IATA | City | Country | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whale Cove Airport | YXN | Whale Cove | Canada | 68 km |
| Chesterfield Inlet Airport | YCS | Chesterfield Inlet | Canada | 92 km |
| Arviat Airport | YEK | Eskimo Point | Canada | 217 km |
| Baker Lake Airport | YBK | Baker Lake | Canada | 257 km |
| Churchill Airport | YYQ | Churchill | Canada | 466 km |
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AKVAkulivik
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YAAAnahim Lake
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YABArctic Bay
Attawapiskat Airport
YATAttawapiskat
Aupaluk Airport
YPJAupaluk
CFB Bagotville
YBGBagotville
Baie Comeau Airport
YBCBaie Comeau
Baker Lake Airport
YBKBaker Lake
Bathurst Airport
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Bearskin Lake Airport
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Geographic & Timezone Details
Position
- Latitude (DMS)
- 62° 48' 41.0" N
- Longitude (DMS)
- 92° 6' 56.9" W
- Latitude (Decimal)
- 62.811401
- Longitude (Decimal)
- -92.115799
- Hemisphere
- Northern / Western
Timezone
- IANA Timezone
- America/Winnipeg
- UTC Offset
- GMT-5
- Current Local Time
- 11:28 AM
- Elevation (ft)
- 94 ft
- Elevation (m)
- 29 m
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IATA code for Rankin Inlet Airport?
The IATA code for Rankin Inlet Airport is YRT, and its ICAO code is CYRT. The airport is located in Rankin Inlet, Canada.
How many destinations can you fly to from YRT?
There are 11 direct destinations available from Rankin Inlet Airport (YRT) in Rankin Inlet, Canada.
What airlines fly from YRT?
There are 3 airlines operating from YRT, including Abu Dhabi Amiri Flight, Canadian North, First Air.
What timezone is Rankin Inlet Airport in?
Rankin Inlet Airport is in the America/Winnipeg timezone (GMT-5). The airport is located in the Northern and Western hemispheres.
What is the elevation of Rankin Inlet Airport?
Rankin Inlet Airport sits at an elevation of 94 feet (29 meters) above sea level.
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