Airport Comparison
| DCA | YQU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport | Grande Prairie Airport |
| IATA Code | DCA | YQU |
| ICAO Code | KDCA | CYQU |
| City | Washington | Grande Prairie |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 14 ft | 2,195 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.850000, -77.040000 | 55.180000, -118.890000 |
Washington (DCA) to Grande Prairie (YQU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport (DCA) in Washington, United States to Grande Prairie Airport (YQU) in Grande Prairie, Canada is 3,580 kilometers (2,225 miles / 1,933 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.
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 21:35 in Washington, it's 19:35 in Grande Prairie.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,181 feet between the two airports. Grande Prairie Airport sits higher than Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport.
The return flight from Grande Prairie (YQU) to Washington (DCA) follows a heading of 103° (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 Grande Prairie Airport (YQU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.