Airport Comparison
| GDL | YQH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Watson Lake Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | YQH |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | CYQH |
| City | Guadalajara | Watson Lake |
| Country | Mexico | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 2,255 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 60.120000, -128.820000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Watson Lake (YQH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Watson Lake Airport (YQH) in Watson Lake, Canada is 4,840 kilometers (3,008 miles / 2,613 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 342°.
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 00:43 in Guadalajara, it's 22:43 in Watson Lake.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,761 feet between the two airports. Watson Lake 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 Watson Lake (YQH) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 144° (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 Watson Lake Airport (YQH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.