DTW
Detroit
United States
2,635 km
1,637 miles
YDC
Drayton Valley
Canada
Distance
2,635 km
1,637 mi / 1,423 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/New_York
Heading
309°
northwest

Airport Comparison

DTW YDC
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Drayton Valley Industrial Airport
IATA Code DTW YDC
ICAO Code KDTW CER3
City Detroit Drayton Valley
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/New_York America/Edmonton
Elevation 645 ft 2,776 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 53.270000, -114.960000

Detroit (DTW) to Drayton Valley (YDC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Drayton Valley Industrial Airport (YDC) in Drayton Valley, Canada is 2,635 kilometers (1,637 miles / 1,423 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.

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 19:00 in Detroit, it's 17:00 in Drayton Valley.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,131 feet between the two airports. Drayton Valley Industrial Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport.

The return flight from Drayton Valley (YDC) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 105° (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 Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Drayton Valley Industrial Airport (YDC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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