A Yukon Airways and Exploration landing at Sproule's Ranch in 1928 was the first airplane arrival in the vicinity.

With financial assistance from the Department of National Defence, the project was completed in 1933.

Owing to size limitations, the Department of National Defence rebuilt at the present location in 1942.

[7] Completed in 2018, phase one of a four-phase terminal expansion increased energy efficiency and provided a 150-passenger lounge.

[9] As of 2020, runway data are as follows: NavCanada operates a Flight Service Station at Smithers Airport.