General Information

Where is Peterborough Airport located?

Peterborough Airport (CYPQ) is located at 925 Airport Road, approximately 8 kilometres south of downtown Peterborough, Ontario. The airport terminal building and restaurant are located at 590 Skyway Drive, Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 0E7.

What are Peterborough Airport's operating hours?

The Airport is operational 24 hours per day, 365 days per year (the Airport is unstaffed, and the terminal building is closed on Christmas Day). Stewart Aviation, the Fixed Base Operator, operates from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily and provides after-hours call-out service.

Airport operations staff is onsite daily from 7:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. from April 1 to September 30, and 7:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. daily from October 1 to March 31. Airport staff and maintenance services are available outside of normal hours of operations on a call-out, cost-recovery basis.

Is there a contact number for the airport?

Yes, you can contact the airport administration office at 705-743-6708.

 A plane sits outside the Airport's hangars on the apron A view of the 27 Runway approach at YPQ An early morning view of the YPQ terminal from the groundside parking lot

Flights and Destinations

What airlines fly out of Peterborough, Ontario?

While Peterborough Airport does not have scheduled passenger service, BST Vacations offers destination charter services flying directly out of Peterborough Airport – to learn more about their services, visit their website at bstvacations.ca. 

Can I book a charter flight from Peterborough Airport?

Yes, charter flights are available. Please contact President Air Charter directly for more information and bookings.

Development and Business

Can I rent or buy a hangar to store my aircraft?

To learn more about hangar space, contact us at airportcontact@peterborough.ca and a team member will be happy to assist.

I am interested in developing at the airport. Who can I contact?

If you are interested in building at Peterborough Airport, check out the Development page for more information. We have reserved space for General Aviation, Commercial and Industrial opportunities.

 A view of the development area at YPQ Airport facilities at YPQ

Services and Amenities

What parking options are available at the airport?

The airport offers parking for short-term and long-term use. The parking is located adjacent to the terminal building. Please note parking long term parking fees apply after 7 days of parking. Vehicles using the lot for over one week are charged a weekly rate of $35.00.

Is there a restaurant at Peterborough Airport?

Yes, The Good Baker YPQ is situated in the terminal serving breakfast, lunch, and a selection of pastries. It is open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.  

Flight Training and Sightseeing Flights

Can I hire an aircraft and pilot to take me and my family sight seeing?

Various tenants at the airport offer flight training introductory flights and sightseeing services, please refer to the business directory for more information.

Are there any flight schools located at YPQ that can provide me with flight training?

Yes, Peterborough Airport (YPQ) is home to reputable flight schools that offer a range of flight training programs, including Aerotrike Aviation, Canadian M.A.P Aviation, Seneca Polytechnic, and W.M. Aeroflight. These schools provide training for private pilot licenses, commercial pilot licenses, instrument ratings, and other specialized aviation courses. For more information on specific programs and enrollment, please contact the flight schools directly or visit their respective websites.

What facilities and aircraft are available for training at YPQ?

Peterborough Airport is equipped with modern facilities and a variety of aircraft types used for training purposes. Each flight school may have a different fleet, including single-engine, multi-engine, and advanced avionics aircraft. For specific details on the facilities and aircraft available, please contact the flight schools directly.