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Gateway to Quebec's remote Lower North Shore.
Location
Havre-Saint-Pierre, Canada
Havre-Saint-Pierre Airport (IATA: YGV, ICAO: CYGV) is a regional airport serving the municipality of Havre-Saint-Pierre, located on the north shore of the Gulf of St. Lawrence in Quebec, Canada. It provides an essential air link for a community that is otherwise accessible primarily by air or sea, given the limited road connectivity in this remote region.
The airport handles scheduled passenger services connecting Havre-Saint-Pierre to larger Quebec cities, particularly Sept-Îles and Quebec City. It plays a vital role in supporting the local mining and industrial activity in the area, as well as serving residents and visitors to the surrounding region.
Terminals
The airport features a small single terminal building suited to the low passenger volumes typical of a remote regional facility.
Getting to & from
Ground transport is limited, with taxis and private vehicles being the primary means of reaching the town centre from the airport.
Airlines here
Air Canada Express (operated by Jazz Aviation) and Pascan Aviation have provided scheduled service connecting Havre-Saint-Pierre to regional Quebec destinations.
Notable facts
- ›Havre-Saint-Pierre is one of the few communities on Quebec's Lower North Shore accessible by paved road, making the airport still critical for rapid connectivity.
- ›The airport supports the nearby titanium and ilmenite mining operations in the region.
- ›The runway is capable of handling small turboprop and regional jet aircraft.
- ›The surrounding area is known for the Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve, attracting nature tourism.
- ›Elevation at the airport is approximately 124 feet (38 metres) above sea level.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
