Why go
- City in British Columbia, Canada.
- Served by Prince George Airport (YXS).
- Home to roughly 84,900 people.
History
Prince George is a city in British Columbia, Canada, situated at the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers. The city itself has a population of 76,708; the metro census agglomeration has a population of 89,490. It is often called the province's "northern capital" because it serves as a centre for higher education, health care, government services, arts and entertainment, sports, and support for major industries such as forest products and mining.
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 2 airlines, 8 direct destinations
- WestJet WS (736, Dash 8-400, 737-700) · 2 routes: Calgary, Vancouver
- Air Canada AC (Dash 8-400) · 1 route: Vancouver*
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Prince George Airport (YXS); 1 other airport serves the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: YXS has direct flights to 8 destinations on 2 airlines (incl. Calgary, Vancouver, Fort Nelson, Fort Saint John, Kamloops…).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Prince George, BC. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.