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Getting here is easier than you think
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Getting here by air
There are multiple daily scheduled flights to and from the Yukon. Access is via the Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport which is located just 10 minutes from downtown Whitehorse. There are three to five flights per day from Vancouver (varies seasonally) and additional scheduled connections from other cities. Most downtown hotels offer airport shuttle services and taxis are also available at the airport. Most lodge stays will also arrange transport.
Air North, Yukon's Airline
Air North, Yukon’s Airline offers daily services to Whitehorse from Vancouver, regular services from Calgary, Edmonton, Kelowna, Victoria and seasonal service from Toronto and Ottawa via Yellowknife. They also operate regular year-round flights to Dawson City, Old Crow and Inuvik.Air North & WestJet interline agreement
Travellers are able to enjoy seamless baggage transfer between WestJet and Air North, Yukon's Airline. In addition, bookings made through travel agencies and third-party websites will have the ability to combine both carriers on a single ticket or itinerary, offering the convenience of a single ticket for travel across Air North’s network and more than 100 WestJet destinations.Air Canada
Air Canada offers daily services between Whitehorse and Vancouver. They also provide international service to Canada from the USA, Europe, Mexico and Asia/Pacific through Vancouver.WestJet
Westjet offers seasonal service from Calgary to Whitehorse from late June to early September. They also provide international connections through Calgary on many international partner carriers.Vancouver → Whitehorse: 2.5 hours
Calgary → Edmonton → Whitehorse: 45 minutes → 2.5 hours
Ottawa → Yellowknife → Whitehorse: 4 hours 45 mins → 2 hours
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Getting here by road
The Yukon is a multi-day drive from Vancouver via either the Stewart Cassiar Highway (Hwy #37) or the Alaska Highway (Hwy#1). Visitors can drive from Alberta via the Alaska Highway. Both routes offer stunning scenery and plenty of things to see and do along the way. At close to 2,400 kilometers (one-way!), visitors should plan their time accordingly to ensure they make the most of the journey.
One-way car and RV rentals may be available at certain times of the year. However, one-way drop fees will generally apply and you will need to contact the rental company, or your preferred tour operator/wholesaler directly for details.
In the spring or fall, some RV operators offer discounted rates and waive one way fees for repositioning trips. It should be noted that car or RV hire is available in Whitehorse but not from any other Yukon community.
From Alaska, the Yukon is accessed via the Alaska Highway (Hwy #1), the Haines Road (Hwy #3) or the Top of the World Highway (Hwy #9). One-way rentals are not permitted between the US and Canada.- Vancouver, BC to Whitehorse: 2,375 km / 1,484 mi
- Prince George, BC to Whitehorse: 1,622 km/1,014 mi (via Stewart-Cassiar Highway)
- Prince George, BC to Whitehorse:1,824 km/1,140 mi (via Alaska Highway)
- Calgary, AB to Whitehorse: 2,317 km / 1,448 mi
- Edmonton, AB to Whitehorse: 2,038 km / 1,274 mi
- Fairbanks, AK to Whitehorse: 965 km / 603 mi
- Anchorage, AK to Whitehorse: 1,134 km / 709 mi
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Getting here by sea
Although the Yukon is mostly land-locked, it’s only two hours from the Alaskan coastal community of Skagway. One of the most scenic ways to arrive in the Yukon is via a coastal journey from Vancouver on a cruise ship.
During the summer and early fall, many cruise ships operate along the British Columbia/Alaska coastline, also known as the Inside Passage. Combining an Inside Passage cruise with a land tour of the Yukon and Alaska by coach is an extremely popular choice for visitors. Holland America Line is one of our major tourism partners and offers a selection of cruise/tour options that include the Yukon.
Getting around the Yukon
Whitehorse is the transportation hub of the Yukon. From there visitors can choose to explore the rest of the territory by air, self-drive in a car or RV, or on an organised tour. It is also possible to tour the Yukon by motorcycle and bicycle.
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One of the most popular ways to explore the Yukon is on a road trip. There are many gorgeous scenic driving routes that cover most of the Yukon. There is no such thing as “traffic” in the Yukon, although we can’t guarantee your clients won’t have to wait while a herd of elk cross the road. Vehicle rentals are from Whitehorse, which also offers facilities to stock up on food and other essentials before departing.
Once on the road, there are gas stations in every community. There are government and private campgrounds throughout the Yukon as well as a wide selection of accommodation options. All primary Yukon highways are well-maintained, have good grades and wide shoulders. Most roads are open year-round.
If you have clients wanting to get off the beaten path and drive the Dempster Highway, Budget and Driving Force (4 x 4 or SUV’s only) allow their vehicles to be driven on the Dempster. Off-the-beaten-path adventures require an extra level of preparedness due to less amenities along the way. Travellers must bring an extra canister of gas and a spare tire. For ultimate off-grid safety, we also recommend a satellite phone.
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The Yukon is criss-crossed by a well-maintained system of highways that make it easy to explore all corners of the territory.
Alaska Highway #1: Passes through the Yukon from the BC border near Watson Lake to the Alaska border near Beaver Creek
Klondike Highway #2: The North Klondike Highway connects Whitehorse and Dawson City; the South Klondike Highway connects Whitehorse with Skagway, Alaska
Haines Road Highway #3: Runs between Haines, Alaska and Haines Junction, Yukon
Robert Campbell Highway #4: Traverses the remote and spectacular wilderness between Watson Lake and Carmacks
Dempster Highway #5: Canada’s only all season road to cross the Arctic Circle it starts near Dawson City and ends in Inuvik, Northwest Territories
Canol Road Highway #6: The South Canol joins Johnson’s Crossing with Ross River, while the very rugged North Canol Highway continues to the Northwest Territories border (recommended only for 4WD)
Atlin Road Highway #7: The only road to the BC community of Atlin, it runs from the Alaska Highway at Jakes Corner to Atlin
Tagish Road Highway #8: Connects Jakes Corner on the Alaska Highway with Carcross via the Southern Lakes
Top of the World Highway #9: Connects Dawson City with Tok, Alaska.
Nahanni Range Road Highway #10: An unpaved local road that connects Tuchitua on the Robert Campbell Highway with the Tungsten mine
Silver Trail Highway #11: Connects the communities of Faro and Mayo with Stewart Crossing
For more information visit Yukon Highway Conditions. -
Air North, Yukon’s Airline offers scheduled service between Whitehorse, Dawson City and Old Crow in the Yukon, and Inuvik in the Northwest Territories.
Local flightseeing and charter services are available in Whitehorse. Visitors can view the Kluane Icefields by air on a local flightseeing tour starting from Haines Junction, Burwash Landing or from Whitehorse.
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The White Pass & Yukon Route Railway operates between Carcross, Yukon and Skagway, Alaska. There are numerous day tour options available including round trips from Skagway and rail/motorcoach combinations from Whitehorse. Built in 1898 to service the Klondike Gold Rush, this narrow gauge railway is now an Historic Civil Engineering Landmark. From Skagway, the track climbs 3000’ in just 20 miles, through tunnels and across trestle bridges with stunning scenic views. Please note, passports are required as these tours cross the US/Canadian border.
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Tour operators in the Yukon offer a wide range of motorcoach, bus and passenger van tours, many of which also include Alaska. Escorted tours are available both summer and winter and durations range from a few hours or days to multi-week journeys. In addition to road touring, Yukon tour operators offer a broad selection of touring options that explore waterways, hiking and biking trails right across the Yukon. For the most up to date tour options check with your preferred Canada tour wholesaler or with a local operator.