Air and Road Travel to BNL

Get to your Ultimate Canadian Fishing Spot in Manitoba, Flin Flon Airport info, Air Carriers, Map & Directions from Winnipeg and Saskatoon

The Flin Flon Airport is located 20 kilometers southeast of the city of Flin Flon and occupies a land area of approximately 210 hectares (518 acres).

The Flin Flon Airport is served by two scheduled air carriers - Calm Air and Bearskin Airlines - who conduct daily scheduled flights from Winnipeg into the Flin Flon Airport.

The largest aircraft to use the Airport is a Boeing 737. In addition, the airport serves both private and commercial operations and serves as a tanker base for Ministry of Natural Resources Water Bombers.

Airport Operating Conditions - The Flin Flon Airport is operational 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and is capable of supporting both day and night VFR and IFR operations. The airport terminal building is open from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday to Friday and 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Saturdays.

Airport Operations - The airport consists of one runway (5,000 x 150 feet) and a joining taxiway and main apron (300 x 400 feet). The runway (18-36) is constructed of asphalt and is capable of supporting aircraft up to Boeing 737 size.

The airport has one main air terminal building providing space for airline, car rental, airport operations and general public use.

Flin Flon Airport has operational staff on site 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday to Friday and 5:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Saturdays. The staff provide general airfield maintenance including snow removal and grass cutting, weather observations, fueling and de-icing of aircraft and baggage services to both scheduled airlines.

 
BNL is also accessible by road. Good highway from Winnipeg - travel time about 8 hours, or from Saskatoon - travel time about 5.5 hours. For direction, click the map.

BNL
1 Highway 10, Flin Flon
Manitoba R8A 1N1, Canada
GPS co-ordinates: N 54.40.6 W 101.39.6

Customs Information for your Canada Fishing Trip

What to bring and things to know when crossing the border from the USA to Canada and back
One of the most frequently asked questions by anyone considering a fishing trip with us, or anywhere in Canada, is what should I expect at customs? Or, what kind of tackle should we bring? We have put together the following to help make your trip hassle free.

Important Customs Tips - Proof of Citizenship - Although not required, we suggest you pack with you your passport and/or birth certificate. Things have changed since 9/11 so don't let your trip be ruined, and always pack on the cautious side.

Children under 12 travelling with both parents need only a passport. However, if a child is travelling with only 1 parent, a letter from the other spouse is required, giving permission to bring the child into the country .

Liquor - As long as you are the legal drinking age you are allowed to bring across one 40oz bottle of hard liquor OR one case of beer without paying duty, you certainly can bring across more, but if you do, remember to be honest in declaring the amount, and be reminded that you will have to pay duty and taxes.

Cigarettes - you are allowed to bring across one carton of cigarettes (approximately 200 cigarettes) .. same rules apply as the alcohol if you want to bring across more (be sure to declare it all and you will have to pay the duty and taxes)

Handguns - Are absolutely prohibited - also keep in mind that radar detectors are also illegal in Canada


Pets - As long as you carry a written rabies vaccine certificate that is dated within the last 6 months you may bring your cat or dog into Canada.

Other information - You are breaking the law in Canada if you don't wear your seatbelt when driving!!!

Credit Cards - Most American credit cards and pricipal bank cards are honored in Canada, at BNL we accept Visa, Mastercard or American Express.

Health Insurance - We always recommend that visitors to Canada obtain "traveler health insurance" before leaving their origin country - you might find that your exisiting coverage is not valid outside your area of residence. Always look into this before you travel. The health care in Canada, hospitals and medical services are excellent, but again rates vary so this is why we suggest "travelers health insurance". Also if you take medication, be sure to bring it with you as well as a doctor's prescription renewal in case you were to run out or misplace your medications.

Re-entering the U.S. - 48 hours or less - You may only bring back $25.00 or less into the U.S. duty free. Over 48 hours - As long as you can document your stay in Canada exceeded 48 yours you may bring with you $400.00 in purchases tax free.

Tobacco and Alcohol - If you are eligible for the $400.00 exemption, you may bring back one carton of cigarettes OR 200 cigars regardless of your age. If you are over 21 years of age you may bring back 1 litre (33.8oz) of alcoholic beverage regardless if it is for your own use or as a gift.

Wildlife and Fish - Fish may be imported according to the possession limits shown on your fishing license and Manitoba angler's guide. You must leave a patch of skin on all fillets, and the fish must be packaged flat (only 2 fillets per package). Your fish has to be transported only by the licensee.

The City of Flin Flon
20 First Avenue
Flin Flon, Manitoba R8A 0T7
Phone: (204) 687-7447
Fax: (204) 687-6673
Email: ffmap@mb.sympatico.ca

Services Scheduled:
Calm Air (204) 687-7453 or 1-800-665-1177
Bearskin Airlines (204) 687-8941
1-800-465-5039 (Canada)
1-800-465-2327 (USA)
Both airlines provide daily prop jet service to Winnipeg where connections can be made to
world wide destinations.

Car Rentals:
Budget Rent-a-Car (204) 687-8276 or 1-800-442-0485


Taxi:
United Taxi (204) 687-4300
TY's Taxi (204) 687-4441