Lethbridge Airport– YQL
Previously known as Lethbridge County Airport, the Lethbridge Airport in Alberta, Canada is a 10 to 15-minute drive from the downtown of Lethbridge, Alberta. With a code of YQL, the airport is classified as a public airport of entry by NAV Canada. It is operated by the Canada Border Services Agency for general aviation aircraft only with no more than 15 passengers.
Best Time to Visit
Inaugurated in 1939, Lethbridge Airport (YQL) is well known for hosting the biennial Lethbridge International Airshow. In 2014, YQL Airport recorded 22,180 aircraft movements. As a designated aerodrome of the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority, the Lethbridge Airport provides full passenger screening. It houses around 40 aircrafts intended for commercial, corporate, recreational, flight training, aerial spray, and rotary wing. YQL Airport operates with two airlines – Air Canada Express and WestJet Link with both connecting flights to Calgary, Canada. Nearby cities include Coaldale, Alberta and Fort Macleod, Alberta.
What to Do & Area Attractions
For nearby hotels from Lethbridge Airport (YQL), enjoy the sauna at Ramada by Wyndham Lethbridge or get easy access to Nikka Yuko Japanese Gardens from the Comfort Inn Lethbridge. The Ramada is located near Enmax Center and Route 5 downtown. From there, you can even visit nearby sights such as the Brewery Gardens or The Southern Alberta Art Gallery. Meanwhile, the Comfort Inn Lethbridge is the convenient choice for affordable stays in Lethbridge. Dive into the local food scene with a meal at The Keg Steakhouse + Bar in Lethbridge or enjoy a cozy breakfast at Cora Breakfast and Lunch.
Alternative airports to Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada include the Calgary International Airport (YYC) and the Medicine Hat Airport (YXH).
