Barrie-Lake Simcoe Regional Airport
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Barrie-Lake Simcoe Regional Airport is a small regional airport serving Barrie and parts of Simcoe County in Ontario. It primarily supports general aviation, flight training and some charter services from a single terminal and apron area.
Terminal Guide for Barrie-Lake Simcoe Regional Airport #
The facility uses a single terminal building catering mainly to GA and charter operations; passenger areas are compact and close to the apron. The layout is practical for short transfers and flight-training operations.
Getting to and From Barrie-Lake Simcoe Regional Airport #
Access is by road only; there is no rail link to the airport. Travel to Barrie’s central area is typically 10-25 minutes by car depending on origin and traffic.
- Rail/Metro: No direct rail/metro service to the terminal.
- Buses: Local transit options exist in the wider region but may not serve the airport directly; check municipal transit schedules.
- Taxis: Taxis and private transfers operate to/from the airport; pre-book if arriving outside regular hours.
- Ride-share: Ride-share availability varies regionally.
- Driving: On-site parking is available and driving is the most common way to access the airport.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Barrie-Lake Simcoe Regional Airport #
Facilities are aimed at GA and regional users: a check-in area, restrooms and a small waiting area; food and retail are limited. There are no major airline lounges. Wi‑Fi and charging points may be available but limited; check ahead for accessibility services or special assistance.
Tips for Barrie-Lake Simcoe Regional Airport #
- Confirm scheduled services - some regional airports near Barrie have limited or seasonal flights.
- Car access is simplest - expect a short drive into Barrie or the surrounding area; parking close to the terminal is usually available.
- Check local transit if avoiding a car - public bus links may operate but frequencies can be low.
Weather & Climate near Barrie-Lake Simcoe Regional Airport #
Barrie-Lake Simcoe Regional Airport's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -14°C to 25°C. Moderate rainfall (956 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -14° - -5° | -16° | 82 mm | overcast | 91% | 4.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| February | Poor | -13° - -4° | -15° | 58 mm | overcast | 89% | 4.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.3h |
| March | Poor | -8° - 1° | -9° | 59 mm | overcast | 83% | 4.4 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Acceptable | -1° - 9° | 0° | 65 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.4 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 13.3h |
| May | Good | 5° - 17° | 11° | 84 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.9 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.6h |
| June | Very Good | 10° - 22° | 16° | 85 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.5 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.3h |
| July | Excellent | 14° - 25° | 19° | 78 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 3.4 m/s | 1.8 very high | 15.0h |
| August | Excellent | 13° - 24° | 19° | 91 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 3.2 m/s | 1.5 high | 13.8h |
| September | Very Good | 9° - 20° | 15° | 96 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 3.6 m/s | 1.0 high | 12.4h |
| October | Acceptable | 4° - 13° | 6° | 83 mm | overcast | 78% | 4.1 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.8h |
| November | Poor | -1° - 6° | -2° | 97 mm | overcast | 83% | 4.6 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.5h |
| December | Poor | -9° - -1° | -11° | 78 mm | overcast | 89% | 4.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.7h |
