Airport
Hearst René Fontaine Municipal Airport (YHF)
Hearst René Fontaine Municipal Airport is the aviation gateway to Hearst and the surrounding Cochrane District in Northern Ontario. Compare transfer options to the town centre, nearby communities and regional destinations for a straightforward onward journey.
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About Hearst René Fontaine Municipal Airport
Hearst René Fontaine Municipal Airport is a small municipal airport serving Hearst and the surrounding Cochrane District in Northern Ontario. Named after René Fontaine, it supports general aviation, air ambulance (MEDEVAC), forest-fire suppression, cargo flights and aircraft maintenance for the region.
The airport is located roughly 3 km (about 2 miles) northwest of downtown Hearst. It features a single paved runway, a taxiway and apron, and a compact terminal building alongside a hangar and aircraft storage facilities.
Ground access is straightforward by road, with a small parking lot at the terminal. Travelers can continue into Hearst by taxi, pre-arranged shuttle, private transfer or rental vehicle, with car rental and shuttle services available by prior arrangement.
Although it does not handle scheduled airline service, the airport remains an important aviation link for Hearst and Northern Ontario, providing essential services and convenient access for pilots, business travelers and visitors to the region.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Hearst René Fontaine Municipal Airport operates from a single compact terminal building used for general aviation, air ambulance, cargo and aircraft maintenance activities. The airport does not have separate domestic or international passenger terminals, and there is no scheduled airline service.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Hearst René Fontaine Municipal Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Hearst René Fontaine Municipal Airport to hotels, homes and business locations in Hearst and across the surrounding region.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport, meetings, events or journeys around Hearst and Northern Ontario.
Car Rental
Rent a car at Hearst René Fontaine Municipal Airport for independent travel around Hearst and onward trips to nearby northern Ontario communities.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups traveling between Hearst René Fontaine Municipal Airport, hotels, event venues and other destinations.
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