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Remote northern gateway serving Saskatchewan's far north communities.
Location
Stony Rapids, Canada
Stony Rapids Airport (IATA: YSF, ICAO: CYSF) is a small regional airport located near the community of Stony Rapids in northern Saskatchewan, Canada. It serves as a critical transportation link for this remote area near Lake Athabasca, where road access is extremely limited or seasonal at best.
The airport is owned and operated by the Government of Saskatchewan and primarily supports scheduled regional air service, charter flights, and essential cargo operations. It plays a vital role in connecting isolated northern communities to larger centres such as Prince Albert and Saskatoon.
Given its location in the far north of the province, the airport handles a modest passenger volume and serves Indigenous communities, hunters, fishermen, and workers in the natural resource sector. Operations can be challenging due to the harsh northern climate.
Terminals
The airport has a small, basic terminal building typical of remote northern Saskatchewan facilities with minimal amenities.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options are extremely limited, with local vehicle access serving as the primary means of reaching the community from the airport.
Airlines here
Transwest Air has historically provided scheduled service to Stony Rapids, connecting it to Prince Albert and other northern Saskatchewan communities.
Notable facts
- ›Located near Lake Athabasca in the far north of Saskatchewan.
- ›Serves as a lifeline airport for remote communities with limited road access.
- ›Supports resource industry workers, hunters, and Indigenous community members.
- ›The airport elevation is approximately 1,153 feet (351 metres) above sea level.
- ›Operates under Transport Canada regulations as a certified aerodrome.
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 Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
