Airport
South Indian Lake Airport (XSI)
South Indian Lake Airport is a small northern Manitoba aerodrome serving South Indian Lake and the O-Pipon-Na-Piwin Cree Nation. Regional flights connect travelers to Thompson and Winnipeg, with onward road access via Provincial Road 493.
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About South Indian Lake Airport
South Indian Lake Airport is a small certified aerodrome serving the remote Cree community of South Indian Lake, also known as O-Pipon-Na-Piwin Cree Nation, on the southeast shore of Southern Indian Lake in northern Manitoba. It provides an essential air link for residents and supplies travelling to and from the region.
The airport lies about 3.7 km east of the community and is reached along the gravel Provincial Road 493, which runs from Leaf Rapids. By air it is roughly 130 km northwest of Thompson, the nearest city, while the road journey to Thompson is much longer.
It operates as a small community aerodrome with a single gravel-surfaced runway and one modest terminal building. Regional flights, including services to Thompson and Winnipeg, use the airport, which operates with prior notice and limited weekday terminal hours.
Facilities are basic, and travelers should plan around limited schedules and weather conditions in this remote northern location. Ground access is by local taxi, private vehicle, or arranged transfer along Provincial Road 493.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
South Indian Lake Airport has a single small passenger terminal building serving all arriving and departing flights. The aerodrome handles regional and domestic services only and has no separate domestic, international or Schengen terminal areas.
Ground Transportation Services to and from South Indian Lake Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from South Indian Lake Airport into the community of South Indian Lake and to nearby northern Manitoba destinations.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a private chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport around South Indian Lake and the wider northern Manitoba region.
Car Rental
Rent a car for independent travel along Provincial Road 493 and the gravel roads linking South Indian Lake with Leaf Rapids and Thompson.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter vehicles for groups travelling between South Indian Lake Airport, the community, and regional destinations in northern Manitoba.
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