Airport Comparison
| GVA | YDC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Geneva Cointrin International Airport | Drayton Valley Industrial Airport |
| IATA Code | GVA | YDC |
| ICAO Code | LSGG | CER3 |
| City | Geneva | Drayton Valley |
| Country | Switzerland | Canada |
| Timezone | Europe/Zurich | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 1,411 ft | 2,776 ft |
| Coordinates | 46.240000, 6.110000 | 53.270000, -114.960000 |
Geneva (GVA) to Drayton Valley (YDC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Drayton Valley Industrial Airport (YDC) in Drayton Valley, Canada is 7,625 kilometers (4,738 miles / 4,117 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.
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 Switzerland with Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 00:24 in Geneva, it's 16:24 in Drayton Valley. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,365 feet between the two airports. Drayton Valley Industrial Airport sits higher than Geneva Cointrin International Airport.
The return flight from Drayton Valley (YDC) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 40° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) and Drayton Valley Industrial Airport (YDC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.