Travel Tips

Check-in Times at the Prince George Airport (YXS)

To help ensure a smooth travel experience, passengers are encouraged to arrive at the airport 90 minutes before their scheduled departure time. During busy travel periods, additional time may be required for check-in, baggage drop-off, and security screening.

Please note that check-in and baggage acceptance for Air Canada, Central Mountain Air, and WestJet flights closes 45 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Passengers who arrive after this deadline may not be accepted for travel, even if their flight has not yet departed.

Travel volumes and security screening wait times can vary throughout the year. When additional time is recommended due to busy travel periods or operational considerations, updates may be shared on our website and social media channels.

Travellers should always confirm check-in requirements directly with their airline, as policies and deadlines may vary by carrier and destination.

Identification (ID) Requirements

A valid passport is needed for travel outside of Canada, including the United States. If travelling within Canada, one piece of valid (not expired) government issued photo identification or two pieces of Government Issued identification is required. Please note that Interim Driver’s Licenses are not permitted. For more information, visit the Government of Canada website’s webpage, “Documents Needed for Air Travel”.

Please check with your airline specifically if you have any questions.

Pets and Service Animals

Are you traveling with a pet or service animal today? Here are a few things you should know:
1. There is a pet and service animal relief area located to the right of the departures door prior to entering the airport. Construction of a interior space is past security is taking place and is expected to open January 2024. Please note that at this time, there is no pet or service animal relief area in the terminal
2. All non-service animals must remain in a kennel.
3. Contact your airline for additional information regarding their policies and your upcoming trip.
4. If you have any questions about maneuvering security, please visit the CATSA website.

Baggage Allowances

The baggage allowance, as well as the amount you can carry on the aircraft, may differ from one airline to another. For information on baggage allowances for your specific airline, please visit their websites using the links below.

Baggage Restrictions

Lithium batteries are considered dangerous goods. When it comes to travelling safely, always pack lithium batteries in your carry-on baggage. Make sure you follow the regulations set by your airline when packing for your next flight to reduce the risk of fire or explosion. Check with your airline for more information. Safety Starts with you.
Les piles au lithium sont considérées comme des marchandises dangereuses. Pour voyager en toute sécurité, emportez toujours vos piles au lithium dans vos bagages à main. En préparant vos valises pour votre prochain vol, suivez les règlements pour réduire le risque d’incendie ou d’explosion. Pour plus d’info, vérifiez auprès de votre transporteur aérien. La sécurité commence avec vous.

Carry-on or Checked Baggage – Security Measures: For more information on what you can bring, visit the Canadian Air Transportation Security Authority (CATSA) website.

Acceptance of any item is always subject to available space on the aircraft and the requirement that it be x-rayed or otherwise inspected to ensure the article is genuine and not used to transport a prohibited item.

Customs Information

For customs information, visit our Canada Customs page.