Airport Comparison
| GDL | YFS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Fort Simpson Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | YFS |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | CYFS |
| City | Guadalajara | Fort Simpson |
| Country | Mexico | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 555 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 61.760000, -121.240000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Fort Simpson (YFS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Fort Simpson Airport (YFS) in Fort Simpson, Canada is 4,790 kilometers (2,976 miles / 2,586 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
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 22:12 in Guadalajara, it's 21:12 in Fort Simpson.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,461 feet between the two airports. Fort Simpson 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 Fort Simpson (YFS) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 155° (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 Fort Simpson Airport (YFS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.