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Nanisivik Airport (YSR)

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Nanisivik, Canada

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ICAO Code: CYSR

IATA Code: YSR

Elevation: 2106ft

UTC: -5 Hours

Nanisivik is a small Inuit hamlet located in the Qikiqtaaluk Region of Nunavut, Canada. It is situated on the northern tip of Baffin Island, near the border of Nunavut and the Northwest Territories. It has a population of around 200 people, mostly Inuit, and is the most northern community in Nunavut. It is only accessible by air through its airport, Nanisivik Airport (YSR), which is located nearby. The community is known for its beautiful Arctic scenery, nearby hiking trails, and wildlife viewing opportunities.

Airport Directions

The best way to get to Nanisivik Airport (YSR) from most locations is by car. The drive from Iqaluit, Nunavut is about 18 km and takes about 30 minutes. The cost of the drive depends on your vehicle and the cost of fuel. If you don’t have access to a car, there are limited bus, train and taxi options available. The only bus option is the Qikiqtaaluk Bus Service, which runs from Iqaluit to Nanisivik and costs $60 one-way. There is also a train option, which runs from Ottawa to Iqaluit and costs $400 one-way. Finally, you can take a taxi from Iqaluit to Nanisivik, which costs around $100 one-way.

Airport Terminals & Airlines

The Nanisivik Airport (YSR) currently has no scheduled airlines operating out of it. However, in the past, airlines such as Air Nunavut, Canadian North, and First Air have operated out of the airport.

Airport Address

Nanisivik Airport (YSR) is located at 32 Nanisivik Road, Nanisivik, Nunavut, Canada. The telephone number is (867) 446-8689, and the e-mail address is nanisivik.airport@gov.nu.ca. The airport is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Airport Lost & Found

The Lost and Found at Nanisivik Airport (YSR) is located at: Nanisivik Airport 7 Airport Road Nanisivik, Nunavut A0K 2P0 The telephone number for the Lost and Found is: +1 867-462-7000. The Lost and Found is open from 8:00AM to 4:00PM Monday through Friday.

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