
International hub · Victoria, Canada
Victoria International
- Elevation
- 63 ft
- Coordinates
- 48°39′N 123°26′W
- Local time
- America/Vancouver
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Field information
CYYJ runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Victoria International (CYYJ/YYJ) has 3 runways; the longest, 09/27, is 7,000 ft (2,134 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 7. Prior permission required (PPR): our OCC requests it with the handler or airport authority. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at CYYJ, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
America/Vancouver
Country
Canada
CA
Municipality
Victoria
Elevation
63 ft
Position
48.6472, -123.4278
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 7
Access
Prior permission required (PPR)
Runways · CYYJ
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 7,000 ft (2,134 m) | 200 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 03/21 | 5,027 ft (1,532 m) | 200 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 14/32 | 5,001 ft (1,524 m) | 200 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at CYYJ.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Victoria International (CYYJ / YYJ) in Victoria, Canada, through one 24/7 OCC desk. CYYJ 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 CYYJ
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 CYYJ
Direct FBO and handler coordination at CYYJ covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at CYYJ
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at CYYJ is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to CYYJ
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for CYYJ: 48° 38′ 50″ N 123° 25′ 40″ W; elevation 63 ft.
- 05
Crew & Passenger Services in Victoria
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Victoria. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at CYYJ.
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Cargo Operations at CYYJ
Support for freighter operations into CYYJ covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where CYYJ sits in the network
Nearest airports in our network
- CYCDNanaimo - Vancouver IslandNanaimo, Canada30 NM325°→
- CZBBBoundary BayVancouver, Canada31 NM033°→
- KCLMWilliam R Fairchild InternationalPort Angeles, United States32 NM185°→
- CYVRVancouver InternationalVancouver, Canada34 NM016°→
- KBLIBellingham InternationalBellingham, United States36 NM076°→
- CYXXAbbotsford InternationalAbbotsford, Canada48 NM061°→
Operating into CYYJ?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Victoria International — one desk for the whole trip.