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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 316
Typical prices: C$ 428-C$ 895
WestJet
Tue 20/11Thu 22/11
YYC - YZF • Direct
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 175
Typical prices: C$ 259-C$ 589
WestJet
Fri 7/12
YYC - YZF • Direct
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You can fly direct with Canadian North, Air Tindi Ltd., and others. Average duration is 1h 33m.
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 51% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights to Yellowknife

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals to Yellowknife

Thu, 10 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
WestJet Logo
11:00 a.m. - 1:25 p.m.YYC  Calgary-YZF Yellowknife
2h 25mdirect
WestJet Logo
2:15 p.m. - 4:35 p.m.YZF  Yellowknife-YYC Calgary
2h 20mdirect
C$ 316WestJet
Fri, 20 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
WestJet Logo
8:20 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.YYC  Calgary-YZF Yellowknife
2h 25mdirect
WestJet Logo
6:00 a.m. - 8:20 a.m.YZF  Yellowknife-YYC Calgary
2h 20mdirect
C$ 316WestJet
Mon, 14 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec
Air North Logo
10:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.YEG  Edmonton-YZF Yellowknife
1h 45mdirect
Air North Logo
4:45 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.YZF  Yellowknife-YEG Edmonton
1h 45mdirect
C$ 319Air North
Fri, 4 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
Air Canada Logo
10:05 p.m. - 12:05 a.m.YEG  Edmonton-YZF Yellowknife
2h 00mdirect
Air Canada Logo
7:10 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.YZF  Yellowknife-YEG Edmonton
2h 05mdirect
C$ 351Air Canada
Sun, 6 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
Air Canada Logo
10:05 p.m. - 12:05 a.m.YEG  Edmonton-YZF Yellowknife
2h 00mdirect
Air Canada Logo
8:15 p.m. - 10:20 p.m.YZF  Yellowknife-YEG Edmonton
2h 05mdirect
C$ 354Air Canada
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
Air North Logo
8:30 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YZF Yellowknife
6h 25m1 stop Whitehorse
Air North Logo
5:50 p.m. - 7:35 p.m.YZF  Yellowknife-YVR Vancouver Intl
2h 45mdirect
C$ 386Air North
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-YZF Yellowknife
6h 25m1 stop Whitehorse
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:10 p.m. - 11:13 p.m.YZF  Yellowknife-YVR Vancouver Intl
5h 03m1 stop Edmonton
C$ 420Multiple Airlines
Mon, 14 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.YEG  Edmonton-YZF Yellowknife
1h 45mdirect
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:15 p.m. - 7:20 p.m.YZF  Yellowknife-YEG Edmonton
5h 05m1 stop Calgary
C$ 423Multiple Airlines
Sat, 26 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec
Canadian North Logo
8:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.YEG  Edmonton-YZF Yellowknife
1h 45mdirect
Canadian North Logo
6:30 p.m. - 8:10 p.m.YZF  Yellowknife-YEG Edmonton
1h 40mdirect
C$ 861Canadian North
Sat, 26 Dec - Sat, 26 Dec
Canadian North Logo
8:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.YEG  Edmonton-YZF Yellowknife
1h 45mdirect
Canadian North Logo
6:30 p.m. - 8:10 p.m.YZF  Yellowknife-YEG Edmonton
1h 40mdirect
C$ 861Canadian North
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for flights to Yellowknife

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Yellowknife?

Calgary to Yellowknife is the cheapest route at C$ 316 round-trip, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. Vancouver Intl Airport to Yellowknife is the most popular connection with round-trip deals from C$ 386.

How much is a flight to Yellowknife?

On average, a round-trip flight from Canada to Yellowknife costs C$ 614, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Round-trip fares from Abbotsford average C$ 343, while Saskatoon runs a bit higher at C$ 422.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Yellowknife?

Friday is the cheapest day to fly to Yellowknife at C$ 540 round-trip on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Monday is the most expensive at C$ 750.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Yellowknife?

•May is the cheapest month to fly to Yellowknife with an average price of C$ 449 round-trip.
•September (C$ 749) and October (C$ 713) are the most expensive.

Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Yellowknife?

Afternoon flights to Yellowknife are the cheapest at C$ 584 round-trip on average. Evening flights are the most expensive at C$ 676.

What is a good deal for flights to Yellowknife?

Flights under C$ 428 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found round-trip flights to Yellowknife at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Abbotsford C$ 219
•Calgary C$ 298
•Edmonton C$ 306.

When are flights to Yellowknife the cheapest?

Flights to Yellowknife are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 51% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight to Yellowknife

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on WestJet and Air Canada

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Jody Robbins

Jody Robbins

Expert on Air North

Recognized as the Canadian Travel Media of the Year by the Tourism Industry Association of Canada (2024), Jody is an award-winning travel and lifestyles writer based in Calgary. She’s spent the last two decades racking up the air miles, living in Japan, England and managing a European sales channel for a not-so-glamorous audio-visual company.

Key details for flights to Yellowknife

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

C$ 175
Beat the crowds with an average 50% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 37% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Calgary to Yellowknife

When to book flights to Yellowknife

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Yellowknife based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your questions about flights to Yellowknife, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • How do I know if a flight to Yellowknife is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Yellowknife is around C$ 428 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How long are direct flights to Yellowknife from different departure cities?

    Direct flight time to Yellowknife varies depending on your departure city:

    • From Hay River: 30m
    • From Edmonton: 1h 45m
    • From Whitehorse: 1h 45m
    • From Calgary: 2h 15m
    • From Vancouver Intl Airport: 2h 26m

  • Which city has the cheapest flights to Yellowknife?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Yellowknife are from Vancouver, starting at C$ 386 round-trip.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Yellowknife?

    Last-minute fares to Yellowknife (booked within two weeks of departure) are typically 65% higher than the average round-trip fare of C$ 614.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Yellowknife?

    Canadian North operates the most flights from Canada to Yellowknife at 56 per week, while WestJet is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from Canada to Yellowknife. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to Yellowknife?

  • How many flights serve Yellowknife?

    Yellowknife receives 21 flights per day and 145 per week from across the world. Edmonton has the most flights to Yellowknife, with 20 weekly flights.

  • Is there an on-site hotel at Yellowknife Airport?

    Although Yellowknife Airport does not have its own on-site hotel, there are several different hotels that are just a short drive away. The Super 8 Yellowknife is a comfortable choice that is approximately a 7min drive from the airport and does not have a shuttle service, while the Explorer Hotel is around a 6min drive away and has a complimentary shuttle. There is also the Stanton Suites Hotel which is just over a 5min drive from the Arrivals Terminal and will refund guests for the cost of their taxis to and from the airport.

  • Is it possible for me to rent a car directly from Yellowknife Airport?

    There are several rental car companies that have branches directly at Yellowknife Airport, including Budget, Hertz, and National. You will find their desks in the Arrivals Terminal near the baggage claim.

  • What options do I have for traveling from Yellowknife Airport to the city center?

    Public transportation is not an option for going from Yellowknife Airport to the city center, so it’s recommended to either rent your own vehicle, use a hotel shuttle, or take one of the metered taxis stationed outside of the Arrivals Terminal. Under normal weather and traffic conditions, the trip should typically take you between 5 and 10min.

  • Does Yellowknife Airport have any services or amenities for passengers with limited mobility?

    Yellowknife Airport is accessible for passengers with disabilities or limited mobility, and it has wheelchairs that travelers are welcome to use for free. The airport’s employees are also available to help anyone that may need additional assistance with gathering their luggage or moving throughout the Arrivals Terminal.

Your guide to booking Yellowknife flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Yellowknife, book around 11 weeks before departure. Based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months, fares are historically about 51% lower during this window than last-minute fares.
  • For flights to Yellowknife, a good round-trip fare is around C$ 428. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to Yellowknife in May. Round-trip fares historically average C$ 449, making May the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to noon to save up to C$ 92 per round-trip. Noon flights to Yellowknife average C$ 584 compared to C$ 676 for afternoon flights.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class, and route. On flights to Yellowknife, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, Air Canada includes a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class, Air North includes a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class, and WestJet includes a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • If you would like your journey to Yellowknife Airport (YZF) to be as quick as possible, try to book a direct flight. There are a few different airlines that are known for offering these from many airports in Canada, including Air Canada and WestJet.
  • In addition to Yellowknife, this airport serves a variety of other nearby cities in the region. For example, travelers that want to go to towns such as Hay River, Fort Smith, or High Level will also need to fly into Yellowknife Airport.
  • If you’re feeling hungry after a long day of traveling, don’t worry, as Yellowknife Airport has several dining options to choose from. There are choices such as Quizno’s, several Javoramas coffee shops, and vending machines that sell light snacks and drinks.
  • Those that will be traveling with pets will want to keep in mind that there are no indoor pet relief zones at Yellowknife Airport. However, there are some outdoor green spaces where you may take your furry friend to relieve themselves and stretch their legs.
  • As Yellowknife Airport is a small travel facility, passengers arriving at the airport are required to deplane directly on the tarmac. If you will be traveling during the winter months, you may want to have a warm coat and scarf ready before leaving the plane, as the area tends to be cold and snowy.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines flying to Yellowknife

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Yellowknife? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.5
Air NorthOverall score based on 58 reviews
8.5Comfort
8.5Boarding
7.7Food
8.9Crew
6.3Entertainment
Airline reviews

The crew was friendly and attentive. Excellent food: sandwich and warm cookie handed out on a 2.5hour flight! Would definitely fly Air North again.

10.0 ExcellentCarlie, Mar 2026
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The crew was friendly and attentive. Excellent food: sandwich and warm cookie handed out on a 2.5hour flight! Would definitely fly Air North again.

We left a half hour late and there was no food or snacks offered-,not even the crappy pretzels. The flight itself was smooth tho and the crew was nice.

Lots of leg room, no fee for seat selection at check in, good food service and punctuality

My row seemed to have more leg room and I didn't pay extra for it. Air North offers a meal at no extra cost. There was no entertainment available, but that wasn't an issue as most people have options on their phones. The crew was friendly. Air North offers air travel the way it used to be and that is a welcome and pleasant surprise.

Air North is one of the easiest airlines to fly with. Lots of room and great service. Always provide you food.

My interaction with air north was great, Their customer servicr was easy to get a hold.of, Managed to speak with a person, they were very polite and helpful, However I messed up the date with the ticket purchase, Since I used a third party I could not change the date. And trying to contact Kayak and the other third party was a nightmarez So I am unlikely to use a third party again.

Customer server was excellent. The flight was extremely affordable, and my seat was both comfortable and spacious.

Terrible customer service - no interest in being helpful, limited service hours, unwilling to transfer checked baggage of provide advice. Not recommended.

Supposed to fly out at 10am to Kelowna….got delayed until 1:40 and missed an important meeting. I ended up having g to stay over. Should have just driven.

Service was great from start to finish. Pleasant attendants, timely luggage to carousels.

The flights were on time and I appreciated that the cabin crew helped passengers with overhead luggage - finding space etc - despite not being paid. Apparently their wages don’t start until takeoff. This makes no sense whatsoever.

It is stupid to have to go to Atlanta in order to get to Rochester NY. I was up for 36 hours because who can sleep on an airplane. I'll next do tht again.

Bumped from my connected flight, we arrived earlier than scheduled and I was bumped 4.5 hours later. There was no reason, they said my time I wouldn’t have connected in time. I had 41 minutes. None of Westjet customer service in airport could figure out why me and my 5 year old were bumped from flight we booked. We had 10 minutes to get to next gate after we got off the plane, one lady mentioned that’s not enough time to get to next gate. I was there in 3 minutes. Was originally suppose to fly out at 6:50 pm And was re scheduled to 11:45pm.

Everything went well, smooth flight, arrived on time, no lost luggage!

Terrible. I was charged $75 for a checked bag when I only had a carry on. The lady at the desk said she couldn’t refund me the money and that I had to call westjet. I called the next day and they said they couldn’t refund me because there is no way to prove I didn’t have a checked bag.

It would have been nice to know there was no on flight entertainment

Good flight. We were all boarded in good time for departure time but baggage loading had barely begun. So left late. No food just snacks and basic drinks for free (food also for purchase). No entertainment as again, unable to connect with wifi on WestJet despite being a rewards member.

Everyone was extremely friendly and nice, from the front desk to the cabin crew!

The crew was excellent. The turbulence was very bad and they were unable to serve our dinner. The captain informed the passengers that we were going to get water and snack instead. They provided us ample snacks instead. Otherwise the trip was good.

There was no food but a singular cookie for a flight that was over 5hours??? Yeah not fun I was starving and again super cramped plane and you guys need to get planes with screens too, WiFi is nice but common we need more

nothing at all. no headset for 5hrs to watch the entertainment, no snack

They put us on stand by even though we booked it on the air Canada website and had seats picked so that sucked. Flight was awesome nice having a free beer and a movie

They should improve their choice of food, we need a wide variety

The crew were very friendly and made me feel at home. They should give us food not snacks especially when traveling with an early plane. I think breakfast will be appreciated

1st time using air Canada. We were a little delayed waiting for a new plane that did alter our plans for the evening but it was handled as best as possible. Everyone was pleasant.

Like the crew, the wifi set up was a trip. Might have been my device though

So cold. Too cold to sleep. Too cold to get comfortable. Wearing boots and a jacket and still so cold that I would need to curl up if a plane actually had enough room to allow me to do that. Miserable.

Everything was excellent. I had lost my ID card and the flight attendant found it for me.

last minute flight cancellation. wound up flying saskatoon vancouver seattle cleveland. all night. no more air canada.

Not having to pay to sit together. Seat cushions were worn out and breaking down sitting on metal framing, knees jammed against seat in front of me. Not a comfortable flight.

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