Fredericton International Airport
YFC / CYFC
Fredericton International Airport (YFC) is a small regional airport serving New Brunswick’s capital. Passenger volumes are modest (regional levels) and the airport primarily handles domestic flights with some seasonal connections. The facility is compact and focused on short-haul travellers to and from the provincial capital and surrounding areas.
Terminal Guide for Fredericton International Airport (YFC) #
YFC operates from a single small passenger terminal where check-in, security and arrivals are all contained within one building. The layout is compact-walking distances are short and most services are located landside and airside within the same structure.
Getting to and From Fredericton International Airport (YFC) #
The airport is about 10-15 minutes by road from downtown Fredericton.
- Taxis: Local taxi services operate from the terminal; fares to downtown are modest and fixed-rate options may be available.
- Buses / shuttles: Limited or seasonal shuttle services may operate; check schedules in advance.
- Car hire / driving: Car rental desks are on site; driving to the city center is normally under 20 minutes.
- Ride-share: Ride-share coverage is limited in smaller Canadian cities-taxis are more reliable.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Fredericton International Airport (YFC) #
Facilities are tailored to short regional itineraries with basic passenger amenities.
- Lounges: No large network lounges; small private or airline lounges may be available.
- Food & drink: A café and vending options for light meals and drinks.
- Wi‑Fi: Public Wi‑Fi is generally available.
- Charging: Limited charging points in the seating areas.
- Accessibility: The terminal provides accessible parking and assistance-request in advance if needed.
Tips for Fredericton International Airport #
- Security waits are short: YFC is a small regional airport-allow time but queues are usually brief outside peak holidays.
- Taxi fees: Fixed-rate taxis to downtown Fredericton are common; confirm the fare at the taxi stand.
- Parking: There is short-term parking close to the terminal, useful for quick pickups.
Weather & Climate near Fredericton International Airport #
Fredericton International 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 -15°C to 26°C. Abundant rainfall (1167 mm/year), wettest in December, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -15° - -4° | -16° | 109 mm | partly cloudy | 92% | 3.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.0h |
| February | Poor | -14° - -2° | -14° | 83 mm | partly cloudy | 93% | 3.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.2h |
| March | Poor | -7° - 3° | -7° | 103 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 3.7 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Acceptable | -1° - 10° | 1° | 90 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.6 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.4h |
| May | Good | 5° - 17° | 11° | 97 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.3 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.7h |
| June | Very Good | 10° - 23° | 16° | 90 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 2.9 m/s | 1.5 very high | 15.4h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 26° | 19° | 91 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 2.6 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.1h |
| August | Very Good | 12° - 25° | 19° | 91 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 2.5 m/s | 1.3 high | 13.9h |
| September | Good | 8° - 20° | 14° | 95 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 2.7 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Acceptable | 2° - 13° | 6° | 99 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 3.1 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.8h |
| November | Poor | -3° - 6° | -2° | 106 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.4h |
| December | Poor | -11° - -1° | -11° | 113 mm | overcast | 90% | 3.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
