Airport
Hay River/Merlyn Carter Airport (YHY)
Hay River/Merlyn Carter Airport is a regional gateway to the town of Hay River and the south shore of Great Slave Lake in Canada's Northwest Territories. Compare transfer options into Hay River and onward travel to nearby communities across the South Slave region.
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About Hay River/Merlyn Carter Airport
Hay River/Merlyn Carter Airport serves the town of Hay River and the surrounding South Slave region of the Northwest Territories. Named after former bush pilot Merlyn Carter, the airport functions as a small regional hub for flights connecting northern communities.
Located about 3 km north of the town centre, the airport operates from a single passenger terminal and has two runways for scheduled, charter and general aviation traffic. Its compact size keeps walking distances short and makes arrivals and departures straightforward.
The airport is reached by road from Hay River, with taxis, private transfers and car rental providing onward travel into town. Journey times to the centre of Hay River are typically only a few minutes.
For travellers, the airport is a practical entry point to the south shore of Great Slave Lake and nearby communities, with onward connections available by air and road across the region.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Hay River/Merlyn Carter Airport operates through a single small passenger terminal serving domestic and regional flights.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Hay River/Merlyn Carter Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Hay River/Merlyn Carter Airport to hotels, homes, businesses and other destinations in Hay River and the surrounding area.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport, business meetings, events or local journeys around Hay River.
Car Rental
Rent a car at Hay River/Merlyn Carter Airport for independent travel around Hay River and onward road journeys in the South Slave region.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between Hay River/Merlyn Carter Airport, hotels, event venues and other regional destinations.
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