DCA
Washington
United States
3,283 km
2,040 miles
YDC
Drayton Valley
Canada
Distance
3,283 km
2,040 mi / 1,773 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/New_York
Heading
312°
northwest

Airport Comparison

DCA YDC
Airport Name Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport Drayton Valley Industrial Airport
IATA Code DCA YDC
ICAO Code KDCA CER3
City Washington Drayton Valley
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/New_York America/Edmonton
Elevation 14 ft 2,776 ft
Coordinates 38.850000, -77.040000 53.270000, -114.960000

Washington (DCA) to Drayton Valley (YDC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to Drayton Valley Industrial Airport (YDC) in Drayton Valley, Canada is 3,283 kilometers (2,040 miles / 1,773 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United States with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:23 in Washington, it's 18:23 in Drayton Valley.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,762 feet between the two airports. Drayton Valley Industrial Airport sits higher than Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport.

The return flight from Drayton Valley (YDC) to Washington (DCA) follows a heading of 104° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) and Drayton Valley Industrial Airport (YDC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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