Flying in Saskatoon, Canada
There are 3 airfields within 93 miles of Saskatoon — the nearest is Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport (CYXE), about 3 miles out. Daylight runs from about 16h 31m of daylight at midsummer down to about 7h 29m at midwinter, so your VFR window shifts a lot through the year. Below: the airfields nearby, the seasonal daylight and weather, and where to find the official charts.
Airfields near Saskatoon
Public and private airfields within 93 miles, nearest first.
Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport
North Battleford Airport
Prince Albert Glass Field
Daylight & the VFR window
Most VFR flying happens between sunrise and sunset, so daylight length is your practical flying window. Times below are local solar time (clock times shift with your time zone and DST). Plan night currency and reserves around the short end of the year.
| Time of year | Sunrise–sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|
| June solstice (Jun 21) | 03:44–20:16 | 16h 31m |
| Equinox (Mar 20) | 06:05–17:55 | 11h 51m |
| December solstice (Dec 21) | 08:16–15:44 | 7h 29m |
Typical weather
Seasonal averages from 2021–2023. A guide to what to pack and plan for — always check current METARs, TAFs, and NOTAMs before you fly.
| Season | Avg high | Avg low | Avg wind | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 8.8°C / 48°F | -3.1°C / 26°F | 22 km/h | 14% |
| Summer | 24.8°C / 77°F | 13.4°C / 56°F | 21 km/h | 26% |
| Autumn | 11°C / 52°F | 1.1°C / 34°F | 21 km/h | 16% |
| Winter | -8.8°C / 16°F | -17.8°C / 0°F | 21 km/h | 18% |
Airspace & charts
For the exact airspace classes, frequencies, restricted areas, and airfield plates around Saskatoon, go straight to the official sources — never plan a route off this page alone.
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