Natashquan Airport
YNA / CYNA
Natashquan Airport is a small regional airport on the north shore of the Gulf of St. Lawrence in Québec. It serves local and regional scheduled services and is primarily used for short domestic connections. The facility is compact with a single terminal building.
Terminal Guide for Natashquan Airport #
Single compact terminal: The airport has one small passenger building handling arrivals and departures for regional flights. Passenger processing is straightforward and facilities are tailored to low-volume, short-haul traffic.
Getting to and From Natashquan Airport #
Ground travel from the airport to the village is generally a short drive.
- Taxi / local transport: Taxis or village shuttle services are the usual options; availability can be limited.
- Walking: Depending on luggage and weather, some nearby accommodations may be within walking distance.
- Car hire: Uncommon at very small community airports - arrange ahead if needed.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Natashquan Airport #
On-site facilities are limited and suited to short domestic trips.
- Food & drink: Minimal options - bring snacks or purchase locally in town.
- Wi‑Fi / charging: Expect limited connectivity.
- Accessibility: Basic access within the terminal; specialised assistance should be arranged in advance.
- Services: No extensive retail or lounge facilities.
Tips for Natashquan Airport #
- Remote location: Natashquan is a remote community - services and shops are limited, so bring essentials.
- Cash & local currency: Some local vendors may prefer cash; carry small bills.
- Flight checks: Schedules to remote Québec communities can vary with weather - reconfirm flights ahead of travel.
Weather & Climate near Natashquan Airport #
Natashquan 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 -19°C to 20°C. Abundant rainfall (1132 mm/year), wettest in October, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -19° - -9° | -23° | 91 mm | partly cloudy | 94% | 5.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.4h |
| February | Poor | -18° - -7° | -21° | 68 mm | partly cloudy | 94% | 5.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.9h |
| March | Poor | -12° - -2° | -14° | 95 mm | partly cloudy | 89% | 5.5 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Poor | -4° - 3° | -6° | 89 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 5.1 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.6h |
| May | Acceptable | 1° - 10° | 3° | 91 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.5 m/s | 1.1 high | 15.3h |
| June | Good | 7° - 16° | 12° | 87 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.4 m/s | 1.3 high | 16.2h |
| July | Good | 11° - 20° | 16° | 97 mm | partly cloudy | 87% | 4.0 m/s | 1.3 high | 15.7h |
| August | Good | 11° - 20° | 15° | 96 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 4.1 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.3h |
| September | Acceptable | 6° - 15° | 11° | 102 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 4.6 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Poor | 1° - 9° | 1° | 111 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 5.0 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.6h |
| November | Poor | -5° - 2° | -7° | 104 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| December | Poor | -14° - -5° | -18° | 101 mm | partly cloudy | 90% | 5.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.9h |