Airport Comparison
| GDL | YQU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Grande Prairie Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | YQU |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | CYQU |
| City | Guadalajara | Grande Prairie |
| Country | Mexico | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 2,195 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 55.180000, -118.890000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Grande Prairie (YQU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Grande Prairie Airport (YQU) in Grande Prairie, Canada is 4,069 kilometers (2,528 miles / 2,197 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 345°.
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 02:23 in Guadalajara, it's 01:23 in Grande Prairie.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,821 feet between the two airports. Grande Prairie 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 Grande Prairie (YQU) 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 Grande Prairie Airport (YQU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.