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Cape Breton's gateway airport serving Sydney, Nova Scotia.
Opened
1942
Location
Sydney, Canada
Sydney / J.A. Douglas McCurdy Airport (IATA: YQY) is a regional airport located in Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada, serving Cape Breton Island and the surrounding communities. The airport is named after J.A. Douglas McCurdy, a pioneering Canadian aviator who made the first heavier-than-air powered flight in the British Commonwealth in 1909.
The airport provides scheduled passenger service connecting Cape Breton to major Canadian hubs, supporting both business and leisure travelers. It is operated by the Sydney Airport Authority and serves as an important transportation link for the region's economy and tourism industry.
Terminals
The airport has a single passenger terminal building that handles all commercial and general aviation traffic.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation options include taxis and rental car services, with the airport located approximately 14 kilometres from downtown Sydney.
Airlines here
Air Canada Express (operated by Jazz Aviation) provides scheduled service connecting Sydney to major hubs including Toronto and Halifax.
Notable facts
- ›Named after J.A. Douglas McCurdy, who made the first powered aircraft flight in the British Commonwealth on February 23, 1909.
- ›The airport was originally built as a military facility during World War II.
- ›It serves as the primary air access point for Cape Breton Island.
- ›The airport handles both commercial passenger flights and general aviation operations.
- ›Sydney is one of the larger communities in Nova Scotia and a key regional economic center.
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 Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
