Fort Simpson Airport – YFS Fort Simpson
Fort Simpson Airport (YFS) is an airport located 8.5 miles of Fort Simpson, Northwest Territories in Canada. There are three airlines flying in and out of YFS-Fort Simpson including Air Tindi, Canadian North, and First Air with destinations to Yellowknife. The Northwest Territories government operates Fort Simpson Airport.
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Fort Simpson is the only village in the Dehcho Region and is 31 miles from Yellowknife. Aside from acting as the regional center, Fort Simpson is also known to be the gateway to Nahanni National Park Reserve and South Nahanni River, which attracts tourists. YFS serves the residents of Fort Simpson with a population of 1,174 based on the government’s 2017 report. The residents include First Nations, Métis, and Inuit.
What to Do & Area Attractions
There is no international airport near YFS. While most passengers prefer to stay in airport hotels during their travels for convenience, there are no accommodations within the airport grounds. However, there are many hotel options for travelers that are still near the airport. The most recommended hotels by travelers, however, are found a little bit further down the road.
The Bannockland Inn is a cozy hotel in Fort Simpson and can be reached in 5.4 miles from the airport. This hotel is one of the most booked hotels by visitors traveling to the city. Meanwhile, the Deh Cho Suites is another option for travelers and has earned good reviews. This hotel is also located in Fort Simpson and is 9.2 miles away from YFS.
On this page it is easy to search for Fort Simpson, NT, Canada airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels,
resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Fort Simpson, NT, Canada (YFS) airport
area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the YFS airport.
Most of these YFS
hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed
and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Fort Simpson, NT, Canada
motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of.
Map of Fort Simpson, NT, Canada Hotels
View all Fort Simpson, NT, Canada (YFS) hotels, motels, lodging and attractions on Fort Simpson, NT, Canada (YFS) location map.
Weather Forecast for Fort Simpson, NT, Canada (YFS)
If you planning to travel to Fort Simpson, NT, Canada (YFS), here is your 6-day travel weather forecast to make sure you have all the essentials needed during your stay.
Start your day when the sunrises at 10:32 AM.
The temperature feels like 52.55 with a humidity level of 74 so dress accordingly.
Cloud coverage is 81 percent with visibility at 13.1 percent.
Today’s UV index is 1, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it!
Today’s winds are traveling east at a speed of 5 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 5:31 AM.
Fahrenheit / Celsius
Monday
5/27
Moderate rain
54°F
High: 69°F
Low: 47°F
Precipitation: 85%
Today
5/28
Scattered clouds
56°F
High: 66°F
Low: 45°F
Precipitation: 25%
Wednesday
5/29
Few clouds
57°F
High: 67°F
Low: 46°F
Precipitation: 20%
Thursday
5/30
Light rain
55°F
High: 63°F
Low: 50°F
Precipitation: 75%
Friday
5/31
Light shower rain
57°F
High: 63°F
Low: 48°F
Precipitation: 60%
Saturday
6/1
Overcast clouds
52°F
High: 67°F
Low: 41°F
Precipitation: 0%
FAQs
What are the most common amenities for Fort Simpson, NT, Canada YFS airport hotels?
Airport hotels have useful amenities for frequent travelers like free YFS airport shuttle service, 24 hour in-room dinning,
late check-in and check-out and free breakfast. For business traveler amenities like
free wifi and meeting rooms are helpful. Most common amenities are Vending Machines, Complimentary Breakfast
and Complimentary Breakfast.
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