Airport
Waskaganish Airport (YKQ)
Waskaganish Airport is the main air gateway to the Cree community of Waskaganish on the east coast of James Bay. Compare transfer options to the village centre and onward connections across Quebec's Eeyou Istchee region.
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About Waskaganish Airport
Waskaganish Airport serves the Cree community of Waskaganish, a settlement on the east coast of James Bay in northern Quebec. It is the community's primary year-round air link and is designated as a remote airport, providing essential connections for residents, visitors and regional travel.
The airport has a single terminal building and one gravel runway measuring about 3,511 feet by 100 feet. Scheduled passenger service is operated by Air Creebec, with connections to Montreal and to regional centres and neighbouring Cree communities such as Chibougamau, Val-d'Or, Chisasibi, Eastmain, Wemindji and Nemaska.
Located roughly one kilometre from the village centre, the airport is reached by road and offers free parking, a drop-off zone and accessible terminal amenities including wheelchair service, automatic doors and an accessible washroom with a change table.
For travellers arriving in Waskaganish, the airport provides a practical starting point for reaching local accommodation and exploring the surrounding James Bay region.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Waskaganish Airport operates passenger services through a single terminal building. Scheduled flights are operated by Air Creebec, linking the community with regional hubs in Quebec such as Montreal, Chibougamau and Val-d'Or, as well as nearby Cree communities.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Waskaganish Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Waskaganish Airport to the village centre, local accommodation and other destinations in the Waskaganish area.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport, community visits, meetings or journeys around Waskaganish.
Car Rental
Rent a car for independent travel from Waskaganish Airport to the community and onward journeys across the surrounding James Bay region.
Bus & Group Transfers
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