Airports Near Portage la Prairie
The closest airports to Portage la Prairie, Canada: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Portage la Prairie, Canada is Southport Airport (YPG), about 5 mi (8 km) away — roughly 17 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YPG | Southport AirportPortage, Canada | 5 mi / 8 km | 17 min | Regional |
| YWG | Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International AirportWinnipeg, Canada | 47 mi / 76 km | 1 hr 25 min | International |
| YAV | Winnipeg / St. Andrews AirportWinnipeg, Canada | 56 mi / 90 km | 1 hr 40 min | Regional |
| YGM | Gimli Industrial Park AirportGimli, Canada | 71 mi / 115 km | 2 hr 8 min | Regional |
| YBR | Brandon Municipal AirportBrandon, Canada | 74 mi / 119 km | 1 hr 43 min | Regional |
| PMB | Pembina Municipal AirportPembina, United States | 85 mi / 137 km | 1 hr 59 min | Regional |
| YDN | Dauphin Barker AirportDauphin, Canada | 110 mi / 177 km | 2 hr 33 min | Regional |
| DVL | Devils Lake Regional AirportDevils Lake, United States | 131 mi / 211 km | 3 hr 3 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Southport Airport (YPG) is the most convenient at about 5 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport (YWG) (47 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 Portage la Prairie. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with YPG.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near YPG 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 Portage la Prairie is Southport Airport (YPG), about 5 mi (8 km) away — roughly 17 min by road.