International hub · Quebec City, Canada
Quebec City Jean Lesage International
- Elevation
- 244 ft
- Coordinates
- 46°47′N 71°24′W
- Local time
- America/Toronto
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Field information
CYQB runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Quebec City Jean Lesage International (CYQB/YQB) has 2 runways; the longest, 06/24, is 9,000 ft (2,743 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 8. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at CYQB, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
America/Toronto
Country
Canada
CA
Municipality
Quebec
Elevation
244 ft
Position
46.7911, -71.3933
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 8
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · CYQB
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 9,000 ft (2,743 m) | 150 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 11/29 | 5,700 ft (1,737 m) | 150 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at CYQB.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Quebec City Jean Lesage International (CYQB / YQB) in Quebec City, Canada, through one 24/7 OCC desk. CYQB is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at CYQB
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Canada
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Canada. Applicable permit lead times for Canada are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Canada are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at CYQB
Direct FBO and handler coordination at CYQB covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at CYQB
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at CYQB is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to CYQB
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for CYQB: 46° 47′ 28″ N 71° 23′ 36″ W; elevation 244 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Quebec City
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Quebec City. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at CYQB.
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Cargo Operations at CYQB
Support for freighter operations into CYQB covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where CYQB sits in the network
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Operating into CYQB?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Quebec City Jean Lesage International — one desk for the whole trip.