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London International Airport

London, Canada

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London International Airport

London, Canada
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6
Routes out
5
Destinations
CYXU
ICAO
912 ft
Elevation
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Southwest Ontario's primary commercial gateway serving London and region.

Opened
1940
Location
London, Canada
London International Airport (IATA: YXU, ICAO: CYXU) is the primary commercial airport serving London, Ontario, Canada, and the surrounding southwestern Ontario region. It handles scheduled passenger flights, cargo operations, and general aviation, functioning as a key regional hub for travelers in the area. The airport is owned and operated by the London Airport Authority and sits approximately 8 kilometres north of downtown London. While smaller than major Canadian hubs, it offers connections to Toronto Pearson and other Canadian cities, providing convenient access without the need to travel to larger urban centres. In recent years the airport has worked to attract new carriers and routes, reflecting growth in London's population and business community. Its facilities support both commercial aviation and a significant general aviation community.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal building with a modest number of gates serving scheduled commercial and charter flights.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation to downtown London is available via taxi, ride-hailing services, and rental cars, as dedicated public transit service to the airport is limited.
Airlines here
Air Canada and WestJet have historically been among the primary carriers operating scheduled service at London International Airport.
Notable facts
  • Originally established as a Royal Canadian Air Force base during World War II.
  • Located approximately 8 kilometres north of downtown London, Ontario.
  • Owned and operated by the London Airport Authority.
  • Serves as an alternative gateway to southwestern Ontario, reducing travel time compared to driving to Toronto Pearson.
  • Supports a significant general aviation community in addition to commercial operations.
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Route map (5 destinations)

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Airlines serving this airport

Routes

YXU → ORDAC · CRJ
YXU → YOWAC · DH1
YXU → YYZAC · DH1 DH4
YXU → ORDUA · CRJ
YXU → YWGWS · 73W
YXU → YYCWS · 73W
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London International Airport
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The London International Airport is an airport in London, Ontario, Canada. It is 5 nautical miles northeast of the city of London, Ontario and is classified as an airport of entry by Transport Canada. In 2023, the airport was listed as the 17th busiest airport in Canada in terms of aircraft movements with 102,122 flights. The airport posted a record 683,000 travelers in 2019 and 332,447 passengers in 2023. It has air service year-round by Air Canada Express and WestJet, and seasonally by Air Transat.

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