Regina International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
YQR
ICAO Code
CYQR
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

Regina International Airport (YQR) is a single-terminal regional airport serving Regina, Saskatchewan. It handles around one million passengers a year in normal times and is primarily served by national carriers such as Air Canada and WestJet alongside smaller carriers. The passenger facility is compact: check-in and baggage claim are on ground level with departures/secure gates on the upper/airside areas.

Regina International Airport
Elevation: 577 m
50.4319, -104.6609

Terminal Guide for Regina International Airport #

Regina operates from a single passenger terminal that handles both domestic and limited international traffic. The layout is compact - check-in and drop-off are landside with security leading to a single airside concourse and gate area. Facilities such as check-in counters, a small selection of shops and eateries, and airline desks are concentrated in one building, so walking between areas is straightforward.

Getting to and From Regina International Airport #

The airport is a short drive from downtown Regina; typical travel time is roughly 15-25 minutes depending on traffic and weather. Options include taxis and ride services, on-site car rental desks, and local bus connections - check Regina Transit schedules for the current route serving the airport. Taxis and airport shuttles are the simplest option to reach downtown; driving and rental cars are common for onward travel.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Regina International Airport #

The terminal is modest in size with basic passenger facilities. There are food and drink outlets airside and landside with a mix of grab-and-go and sit-down options. Free Wi‑Fi is typically available; there are charging points near seating areas and at gates. Car rental desks are onsite and short-term/long-term parking is available adjacent to the terminal. Accessibility services are available - contact your airline or the airport ahead of travel for assistance arrangements.

Tips for Regina International Airport #

  • Winter operations: Regina sees snow and blowing snow in winter; allow extra time for ground transfers and check parking/shuttle status during storms.
  • Immigration for US flights: If you have flights to the US, check whether preclearance applies and which part of the terminal handles international processing on arrival/departure.
  • Ground transport: If you prefer a fixed fare, ask taxi companies for an estimate before boarding - fares to downtown are commonly a set range rather than metered in some services.

Weather & Climate near Regina International Airport #

Climate

Regina 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 -22°C to 26°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Air Quality: AQI 28 Good
Best Time to Visit
AugustJulyJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
41°
Warmest Month
-46°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -11°C and lows of -22°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

-16°
Feels Like Freezing
-16°C
Temperature
-22° -11°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.4h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -17°C. The driest month with just 13 mm and partly cloudy skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

-12°
Feels Like Freezing
-12°C
Temperature
-17° -7°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -10°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-10°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

20 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2° 11°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

24 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.6h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
19°
58%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
15.3h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with 74 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
11° 24°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
16.2h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm).

84 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 27°
57%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
15.7h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
11° 26°
57%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
14.3h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
12.5h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

64 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 12°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

22 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.6h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -10°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-10°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -18°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-13°
Feels Like Freezing
-13°C
Temperature
-18° -8°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
7.9h daylight

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