Airport Comparison
| GDL | YXY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | YXY |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | CYXY |
| City | Guadalajara | Whitehorse |
| Country | Mexico | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Whitehorse |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 2,317 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 60.710000, -135.070000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Whitehorse (YXY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport (YXY) in Whitehorse, Canada is 5,109 kilometers (3,175 miles / 2,759 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 339°.
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 11:14 in Guadalajara, it's 10:14 in Whitehorse.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,699 feet between the two airports. Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International 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 Whitehorse (YXY) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 137° (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 Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport (YXY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.