Gander Airport
Gander International Airport
Gander International Airport (IATA code: YQX) is a small airport which can be found in Gander, Newfoundland and Labrador, in Canada. The airport was designed to facilitate transaltantic aviation and is operated by the Gander International Airport Authority.
Airlines that operate from the airport include Air Canada, WestJet, Sunwing Airlines, and PAL Airlines. The Canadian Forces Base Gander also shares the airfield, but is a separate entity from the airport.
Location
Facilities
Facilities Include:
ATMs: ATMs are available Landside
Baby Care: A private nursing area can be found in the women’s washroom
Duty Free Shopping: Available for international flight passengers
Shopping: There is a Cameo Corner Gift Shop available to all passengers
Eating: There are two dining options, a Weston's restraunt and The Beech Bar & Grill
WiFi: Available and free for passengers
Lounges Include:
There are currently no lounges available.
Runways
Gander has two runways. Runway 13/31 is 8,900 ft × 200 ft (2,713 m × 61 m). Runway 03/21 (changed from 04/22 in August 2004) measures 10,500 ft × 200 ft (3,200 m × 61 m).
Terminals
YQX has one main terminal building. The spacious terminal is designed to accommodate 350 people. The terminal is home to a series of exhibitions, Gander’s legacy in aviation. The terminal is easy to navigate; the majority of facilities and amenities are on the first floor.
Airlines that fly to Gander Airport
| Airline | Destinations |
|---|---|
| Air Canada Express | Goose Bay, Halifax, St. John's, Wabush Seasonal: Toronto–Pearson |
| Exploits Valley Air | Fogo |
| Miami Air International | Charter: Miami |
| PAL Airlines | Churchill Falls, Goose Bay, St. John's, Wabush |
| Sunwing Airlines | Seasonal: Toronto–Pearson, Varadero |
| WestJet Encore | Seasonal: Halifax |
Exploits Valley Air Services (EVAS Air) is also based at the airport, providing private charter and sightseeing tours.
How to get to Gander Airport
By Bus
DRL Coachlines Ltd. operates a daily scheduled passenger coach service from the airport across Newfoundland.
By Taxi
24-hour curbside taxi cabs can be found outside the Domestic Arrivals area. Taxis are operated by Busy Bee Cabs.
Car Rental
A number of car rental agencies have on-site counters, which can be found inside the main terminal building. Companies include Avis, Budget, Enterprise, National, and Thrifty.