Saguenay-Bagotville Airport
YBG / CYBG
Saguenay-Bagotville Airport (YBG) serves the Saguenay region in Quebec and is located near Bagotville. It handles regional scheduled services (including flights to Montreal) and military operations at the nearby base; passenger traffic is regional in scale.
Terminal Guide for Saguenay-Bagotville Airport #
Single, compact terminal serving regional scheduled flights. Check‑in, security and arrivals are located within one building with short walking distances between facilities.
Getting to and From Saguenay-Bagotville Airport #
Main options: taxi, shuttle and private car - Saguenay centre typically 10-30 minutes depending on destination.
- Taxi / shuttle: Taxi services and occasional shuttle options connect the airport with Saguenay and surrounding towns.
- Car rental / driving: Car hire is available and often the most flexible way to explore the region.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Saguenay-Bagotville Airport #
Practical regional airport facilities.
- Lounges: No major lounge networks; seating and basic waiting areas provided.
- Food & drink: Small café or vending options.
- Wi‑Fi & charging: Basic Wi‑Fi and power outlets may be present; bring a charger for longer waits.
- Accessibility: Standard accessibility provisions are usually available; request assistance from your carrier if needed.
Tips for Saguenay-Bagotville Airport #
- If you’re connecting to Saguenay city (Bagotville area), check shuttle or taxi schedules in advance - services can be limited outside scheduled flight times.
- Bring weather‑appropriate clothing in winter - local conditions can affect road travel times to and from the airport.
- Car rental is a practical option for onward travel in the region; check opening hours of rental desks if you arrive late.
Weather & Climate near Saguenay-Bagotville Airport #
Saguenay-Bagotville 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 24°C. Abundant rainfall (1122 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -22° - -10° | -24° | 72 mm | overcast | 96% | 4.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| February | Poor | -20° - -8° | -22° | 63 mm | overcast | 95% | 4.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.0h |
| March | Poor | -13° - -2° | -13° | 61 mm | partly cloudy | 93% | 4.0 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 11.7h |
| April | Poor | -4° - 7° | -3° | 73 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.1 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Good | 3° - 16° | 8° | 99 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 15.0h |
| June | Very Good | 9° - 22° | 15° | 104 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.2 m/s | 1.5 high | 15.8h |
| July | Good | 12° - 24° | 18° | 131 mm | overcast | 80% | 2.8 m/s | 1.4 high | 15.5h |
| August | Good | 11° - 23° | 17° | 115 mm | overcast | 81% | 2.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.1h |
| September | Good | 6° - 17° | 12° | 121 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Acceptable | 1° - 10° | 3° | 105 mm | overcast | 85% | 3.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -5° - 2° | -6° | 94 mm | overcast | 89% | 3.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| December | Poor | -16° - -7° | -18° | 84 mm | overcast | 95% | 3.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.2h |
