Airport Comparison
| GDL | YGX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Gillam Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | YGX |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | CYGX |
| City | Guadalajara | Gillam |
| Country | Mexico | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Winnipeg |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 476 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 56.360000, -94.710000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Gillam (YGX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Gillam Airport (YGX) in Gillam, Canada is 4,048 kilometers (2,515 miles / 2,186 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north at a heading of 8°.
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 05:12 in Guadalajara, it's 05:12 in Gillam.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,540 feet between the two airports. Gillam 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 Gillam (YGX) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 194° (south southwest). 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 Gillam Airport (YGX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.