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Gateway to Kluane National Park in Canada's Yukon Territory.
Location
Haines Junction, Canada
Haines Junction Airport (IATA: YHT, ICAO: CYHT) is a small regional airport serving the community of Haines Junction in Yukon, Canada. The airport provides essential air access to this remote community located near the Alaska Highway and the entrance to Kluane National Park and Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The airport supports general aviation, charter flights, and occasional scheduled service, playing a vital role in connecting this isolated community to larger centers such as Whitehorse. It serves as an important resource for tourism, emergency services, and cargo operations in the region.
Terminals
The airport features a basic, small-scale facility typical of remote Yukon communities, with minimal passenger amenities.
Getting to & from
Ground access to Haines Junction is available via the Alaska Highway, with private vehicle and local transportation being the primary means of reaching the airport.
Airlines here
No major scheduled commercial airlines operate regular service at Haines Junction Airport; the facility primarily supports charter and general aviation operators.
Notable facts
- ›Haines Junction is located at the junction of the Alaska Highway and the Haines Road.
- ›The airport serves as a base for accessing Kluane National Park and Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- ›Whitehorse, the Yukon capital, is the nearest major airport approximately 160 km to the east.
- ›The airport supports emergency medical evacuation flights for the surrounding region.
- ›The area is known for some of the largest non-polar glaciers in the world, attracting scientific and tourism flights.
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 Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
