Airport Comparison
| MSP | YDC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport | Drayton Valley Industrial Airport |
| IATA Code | MSP | YDC |
| ICAO Code | KMSP | CER3 |
| City | Minneapolis | Drayton Valley |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 842 ft | 2,776 ft |
| Coordinates | 44.880000, -93.220000 | 53.270000, -114.960000 |
Minneapolis (MSP) to Drayton Valley (YDC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) in Minneapolis, United States to Drayton Valley Industrial Airport (YDC) in Drayton Valley, Canada is 1,827 kilometers (1,135 miles / 987 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 308°.
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 15:27 in Minneapolis, it's 14:27 in Drayton Valley.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,934 feet between the two airports. Drayton Valley Industrial Airport sits higher than Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport.
The return flight from Drayton Valley (YDC) to Minneapolis (MSP) follows a heading of 112° (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 Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) and Drayton Valley Industrial Airport (YDC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.