Quebec Jean Lesage International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
YQB
ICAO Code
CYQB
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

Québec Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) serves Quebec City and surrounding regions. It handles domestic flights across Canada and some international connections. The airport is located a short drive from the city centre and is organized around a single passenger terminal building.

Quebec Jean Lesage International Airport
Elevation: 74 m
46.7911, -71.3933

Terminal Guide for Québec Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) #

The airport uses a single terminal building that handles both domestic and international flights with separate processing areas for arrivals and departures. The layout places check‑in counters, security and gates within the same terminal complex for easy transfers between flights.

Getting to and From Québec Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) #

Travel time to downtown Quebec City is typically about 15-30 minutes by car depending on traffic. There is no heavy‑rail service to the airport.

  • Airport shuttle & buses: Scheduled shuttle buses and local transit link the airport to downtown and nearby neighbourhoods - check schedules.
  • Taxis & ride‑share: Taxis and app‑based services operate from the terminal curb.
  • Car hire & private transfer: Rental cars are available at the terminal; private transfers and hotel shuttles are common.
  • Driving: Short highway access to the city; expect seasonal variation in travel times.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Québec Jean Lesage International Airport (YQB) #

YQB provides standard services expected at a regional international airport.

  • Lounges: Select airline and pay‑per‑use lounge options may be available.
  • Food & drink: Cafés, snack bars and quick‑service restaurants in landside and airside areas.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Public Wi‑Fi and charging stations present in common areas.
  • Shops & duty‑free: Retail stores and duty‑free for international departures.
  • Accessibility: Accessible facilities and passenger assistance services available; contact airline/airport for arrangements.

Tips for Quebec Jean Lesage International Airport #

  • Allow 20-30 minutes to downtown Quebec City by car; traffic can increase that in peak times.
  • An airport shuttle and local buses connect to the city - verify schedules ahead of travel.
  • Taxis and ride‑share services operate from the terminal curbside.

Weather & Climate near Quebec Jean Lesage International Airport #

Climate

Quebec Jean Lesage 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 -17°C to 25°C. Abundant rainfall (1228 mm/year), wettest in July.

Air Quality: AQI 27 Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneAugustJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
29°
Warmest Month
-38°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -8°C and lows of -17°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-12°
Feels Like Freezing
-12°C
Temperature
-17° -8°
97%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.9h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -16°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-11°
Feels Like Freezing
-11°C
Temperature
-16° -6°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -10°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-10°
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.4h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
17°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

108 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
14.8h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

74 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 22°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

115 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
15.6h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (127 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 25°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

127 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
15.2h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
13° 24°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

116 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
14.0h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

124 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

104 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.7h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

104 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -13°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

27 Poor

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-13° -4°
96%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

102 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.5h daylight

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