Airport
Fort Simpson Airport (YFS)
Fort Simpson Airport is the main air gateway to Fort Simpson and the surrounding Dehcho region of the Northwest Territories. Compare transfer options from the airport to central Fort Simpson, Nahanni National Park Reserve, and nearby communities, and plan your journey with ease.
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About Fort Simpson Airport
Fort Simpson Airport is the main airport serving Fort Simpson, Northwest Territories, and the surrounding Dehcho region. Located approximately 14 km east-southeast of the community, it provides a vital scheduled air link for residents, businesses, and visitors travelling to this part of northern Canada. The airport is operated by the Government of the Northwest Territories and handles domestic and regional flights, with scheduled connections from Fort Simpson to Yellowknife and other northern communities. Passenger services are concentrated in a single compact terminal, with check-in, a waiting area, baggage claim, and access to ground transportation. Ground access is by road, with taxi, private transfer, chauffeur, and car rental options available for the roughly 20 to 30 minute journey into central Fort Simpson.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Fort Simpson Airport operates passenger services from one small terminal building, which handles domestic and regional flights serving Fort Simpson and the Dehcho region.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Fort Simpson Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Fort Simpson Airport to hotels, community destinations and other locations in Fort Simpson and the Dehcho region.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport, business visits, events or journeys around Fort Simpson.
Car Rental
Rent a car from Fort Simpson Airport for independent travel around Fort Simpson and onward journeys to nearby communities.
Bus & Group Transfers
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