Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat
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Northwest Regional Airport (Terrace-Kitimat) is a small regional airport in British Columbia serving the Terrace and Kitimat area with a single, compact public terminal. The facility handles scheduled regional flights alongside general aviation.
Terminal Guide for Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat #
A single terminal building provides ticketing, a waiting area and baggage claim; the layout is simple and distances from curb to gate are short. There are no internal transfer systems between terminals.
Getting to and From Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat #
The airport is a short drive from Terrace and is the primary air gateway for Kitimat when combined with ground transfer. Ground options are taxis, car rentals and private vehicles; public transit options are limited.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat #
Amenities are basic: rental-car desks, vending or a small café, restrooms and adjacent parking. There are no large lounges or extensive shopping; Wi‑Fi may be available. Accessibility services are provided.
Hotels and Layovers at Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat #
There are no on-airport hotels; accommodations are in Terrace or Kitimat and require a short drive from the airport. For layovers look in Terrace for the greatest choice of services.
Tips for Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat #
- This regional Canadian airport serves Terrace and Kitimat - expect a compact terminal with quick curbside access.
- Check seasonal flight schedules; service levels can vary by time of year.
- If travelling to Kitimat, verify onward ground transport as services between communities may be infrequent.
Weather & Climate near Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat #
Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat'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 -7°C to 22°C. Abundant rainfall (1336 mm/year), wettest in October.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -7° - -2° | -8° | 172 mm | overcast | 96% | 2.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.7h |
| February | Poor | -4° - 2° | -5° | 123 mm | overcast | 97% | 2.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.5h |
| March | Poor | -1° - 6° | 0° | 85 mm | overcast | 97% | 2.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 2° - 11° | 4° | 71 mm | overcast | 92% | 2.6 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 13.9h |
| May | Good | 5° - 16° | 11° | 51 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.4 m/s | 1.0 high | 15.8h |
| June | Good | 9° - 19° | 14° | 49 mm | overcast | 81% | 2.5 m/s | 1.2 high | 16.9h |
| July | Good | 11° - 22° | 16° | 53 mm | overcast | 83% | 2.2 m/s | 1.2 high | 16.4h |
| August | Very Good | 11° - 22° | 16° | 65 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.0 m/s | 1.0 high | 14.7h |
| September | Acceptable | 8° - 17° | 12° | 110 mm | overcast | 88% | 2.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Poor | 4° - 10° | 5° | 204 mm | overcast | 91% | 2.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.3h |
| November | Poor | -1° - 3° | -2° | 179 mm | overcast | 96% | 2.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.3h |
| December | Poor | -5° - -1° | -7° | 174 mm | overcast | 97% | 2.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.1h |
