Airport Comparison
| GDL | YDC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Drayton Valley Industrial Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | YDC |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | CER3 |
| City | Guadalajara | Drayton Valley |
| Country | Mexico | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 2,776 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 53.270000, -114.960000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Drayton Valley (YDC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Drayton Valley Industrial Airport (YDC) in Drayton Valley, Canada is 3,775 kilometers (2,346 miles / 2,039 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.
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 18:50 in Guadalajara, it's 17:50 in Drayton Valley.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,240 feet between the two airports. Drayton Valley Industrial 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 Drayton Valley (YDC) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 160° (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 Drayton Valley Industrial Airport (YDC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.