Airport Comparison
| GDL | YCG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Castlegar / West Kootenay Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | YCG |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | CYCG |
| City | Guadalajara | Castlegar |
| Country | Mexico | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 1,624 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 49.300000, -117.630000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Castlegar (YCG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Castlegar / West Kootenay Regional Airport (YCG) in Castlegar, Canada is 3,443 kilometers (2,139 miles / 1,859 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 342°.
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 Mexico with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:23 in Guadalajara, it's 23:23 in Castlegar.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,392 feet between the two airports. Castlegar / West Kootenay Regional Airport sits lower than Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Castlegar (YCG) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 153° (south 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 Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) and Castlegar / West Kootenay Regional Airport (YCG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.