Kingston Norman Rogers Airport, also known as YGK, is west of downtown Kingston, Ontario. You can continue into the city by taxi, Uber or rental car, but Kingston Transit does not serve the airport itself.
- Location: 1114 Len Birchall Way, Kingston, Ontario, K7M 4M1.
- Distance from downtown: eight kilometres west.
- Hotel travel time: about 11 minutes by car from Seven Oakes, a two-star motel.
- Transit: the closest bus stop is at Days Road and Front Road, not at the terminal.
Where is Kingston Norman Rogers Airport?
Kingston Norman Rogers Airport is at 1114 Len Birchall Way, eight kilometres west of historic downtown Kingston. The City of Kingston owns and operates the airport, which is also known as YGK Airport.
For a trip into town, plan a pickup or rental car rather than expecting to board a city bus at the terminal. The airport is about 11 minutes by car from Seven Oakes Motel. Travellers arriving by rail use Kingston station; the guide to getting from Kingston station into the city covers that arrival point.
How do you get from YGK to Kingston?
You can travel from YGK by taxi, Uber or rental car; Kingston Transit does not serve the airport.
Amey’s Greenwood Taxi and Modern City Taxi are local taxi services, and Uber is available in Kingston. Avis Car Rental operates at the airport.
If you need a bus connection, the closest Kingston Transit stop is an Express Stop at Days Road and Front Road, served by the 502 Express or Route 6. You will need to arrange how to get from the terminal to that stop.
Air Canada’s Landline service connects YGK with Toronto Pearson International Airport by motorcoach. Book the entire journey through Air Canada, and check with the airline for flight schedules.
Driving from Kingston Norman Rogers Airport
Driving is one way to continue from the airport into Kingston, and Avis Car Rental is available on site. For passenger pickups or drop-offs, drivers may stop at the terminal curb but must wait less than five minutes; use hourly parking for a longer wait.
You can pay for airport parking through the HonkMobile app, by scanning a QR code or by text. Accessible spaces are closest to the terminal and require a valid accessible parking permit. Two electric-vehicle charging stations are operated by Flo Services Inc.; regular parking rates apply in those spaces.
Planning your arrival in Kingston
Confirm your flight and ground transport before setting out, especially if your plan depends on a bus connection or airline service. Air Canada recommends checking in one hour before departure, and its check-in counter closes 30 minutes before departure.
If you are organizing time in the city after arrival, a one-day Kingston itinerary covering history, campus and the waterfront can help you group those stops.
Before you go: Airport services and arrangements can change, so check the City of Kingston’s official airport site before you go.
FAQs
Does Kingston Transit serve YGK Airport?
No. The closest bus stop is at Days Road and Front Road, served by the 502 Express or Route 6.
Can you get a taxi or Uber at Kingston airport?
The airport has local taxi options and Uber is available in Kingston. Confirm pickup arrangements before travelling.
Is there car rental at YGK?
Avis Car Rental operates at the airport. The City provides 613-531-3311 for service information.
Can someone wait at the terminal curb?
Drivers may stop at the curb for pickup or drop-off but must wait less than five minutes. Hourly parking is available for longer waits.