Airport
Lac Brochet Airport (XLB)
Lac Brochet Airport is the air gateway to the remote northern Manitoba community of Lac Brochet and the surrounding region. Regional flights connect the community with hubs such as Thompson and Winnipeg, providing access to northern lakes, First Nation communities and other remote destinations.
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About Lac Brochet Airport
Lac Brochet Airport is a small public airport serving Lac Brochet, a remote Dene community in northern Manitoba. It provides the community's primary scheduled air link for passengers, freight and essential services, connecting Lac Brochet with regional hubs elsewhere in Manitoba.
Located about 1 nautical mile (roughly 1.9 km) east of the community, the airport sits at an elevation of 1,211 feet and operates a single gravel runway (03/21) measuring 3,500 feet. A compact terminal building handles all passenger arrivals and departures.
The airport is operated by the Government of Manitoba and primarily serves regional and charter flights, with connections commonly routed through Thompson and Winnipeg. The short distance to the community makes ground access quick and straightforward, typically a few minutes by road.
Facilities are modest, with a passenger waiting area and telephone access, and nearby food and medical services available in Lac Brochet. The airport functions as a vital lifeline for travel, supplies and services in this remote part of northern Manitoba.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Lac Brochet Airport operates one compact terminal building serving all passenger traffic. The airport primarily handles domestic regional flights connecting Lac Brochet with larger Manitoba hubs.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Lac Brochet Airport
Transfers
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Hourly Chauffeur
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Car Rental
Car rental options are limited at Lac Brochet Airport, so most visitors arrange local transportation for the short journey into the community.
Bus & Group Transfers
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