IAD
Washington
United States
3,548 km
2,205 miles
YQU
Grande Prairie
Canada
Distance
3,548 km
2,205 mi / 1,916 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/New_York
Heading
314°
northwest

Airport Comparison

IAD YQU
Airport Name Washington Dulles International Airport Grande Prairie Airport
IATA Code IAD YQU
ICAO Code KIAD CYQU
City Washington Grande Prairie
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/New_York America/Edmonton
Elevation 312 ft 2,195 ft
Coordinates 38.900000, -77.500000 55.180000, -118.890000

Washington (IAD) to Grande Prairie (YQU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) in Washington, United States to Grande Prairie Airport (YQU) in Grande Prairie, Canada is 3,548 kilometers (2,205 miles / 1,916 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United States with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:52 in Washington, it's 03:52 in Grande Prairie.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,883 feet between the two airports. Grande Prairie Airport sits higher than Washington Dulles International Airport.

The return flight from Grande Prairie (YQU) to Washington (IAD) follows a heading of 103° (east 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 Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Grande Prairie Airport (YQU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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