Written by Alexander Kopp, Hannah McKinsey, Jake Evans
01/08/2025
Ken Cheung, Pexels
Yellowknife is primarily served by Yellowknife Airport (YZF), connecting it to major Canadian cities. Within the city, a local bus transit system is available.
By Air:
Yellowknife Airport (YZF) offers direct flights from several Canadian cities.
From Calgary:: Flights take approximately 2 hours.
From Edmonton:: Flights take about 1.5 hours.
From Ottawa:: Flights are approximately 4 hours.
From Toronto:: Flights typically take 4 hours.
From Vancouver:: Flights are around 2.5 hours.
From Whitehorse:: Flights are about 1.5 hours.
Major airlines include Air Canada, WestJet, Air North, and Canadian North.
One-way ticket prices can start from approximately $77 USD, with round-trip fares from $141 USD.
Booking at least a month in advance, especially in September (often the cheapest month), can help secure better fares.
By Car:
Driving to Yellowknife is possible, though it involves long distances and requires preparation.
From Edmonton:: The drive is roughly 1,500 kilometers and takes about 19 hours along the Frontier Trail, Mackenzie Highway, and Yellowknife Highway.
The entire route from Alberta to Yellowknife is paved.
Drivers should plan for gas stops, as there are long stretches without services or cell signal, especially between Enterprise and Fort Providence.
It is advisable to carry survival gear, extra food, and a full-size spare tire.
By Bus (Local):
Yellowknife has a local transit system with three regular bus routes.
Buses operate from approximately 7: 10 a.m. to 7:25 p.m., Monday to Saturday.
There is no transit service on Sundays or statutory holidays.
New routes introduced in October 2024 offer 30-minute service during peak hours and 60-minute service during off-peak times.
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