Airports Near Brantford
The closest airports to Brantford, Canada: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Brantford, Canada is Brantford Municipal Airport (YFD), about 4 mi (6 km) away — roughly 13 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YFD | Brantford Municipal AirportBrantford, Canada | 4 mi / 6 km | 13 min | Regional |
| YHM | John C. Munro Hamilton International AirportHamilton, Canada | 17 mi / 27 km | 32 min | International |
| YKF | Waterloo AirportKitchener, Canada | 24 mi / 38 km | 46 min | Regional |
| YDT | Burlington ExecutiveBurlington, Canada | 30 mi / 48 km | 58 min | Regional |
| YXU | London AirportLondon, Canada | 45 mi / 73 km | 1 hr 21 min | Regional |
| YYZ | Lester B. Pearson International AirportToronto, Canada | 49 mi / 79 km | 1 hr 28 min | International |
| YQS | St Thomas Municipal AirportSt Thomas, Canada | 50 mi / 80 km | 1 hr 29 min | Regional |
| YCM | Niagara District AirportSt Catharines, Canada | 55 mi / 89 km | 1 hr 39 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Brantford Municipal Airport (YFD) is the most convenient at about 4 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM) (17 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Brantford. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with YFD.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near YFD saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Brantford is Brantford Municipal Airport (YFD), about 4 mi (6 km) away — roughly 13 min by road.