MSP
Minneapolis
United States
2,890 km
1,796 miles
YQH
Watson Lake
Canada
Distance
2,890 km
1,796 mi / 1,561 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Chicago
Heading
319°
northwest

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MSP YQH
Airport Name Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport Watson Lake Airport
IATA Code MSP YQH
ICAO Code KMSP CYQH
City Minneapolis Watson Lake
Country United States Canada
Timezone America/Chicago America/Vancouver
Elevation 842 ft 2,255 ft
Coordinates 44.880000, -93.220000 60.120000, -128.820000

Minneapolis (MSP) to Watson Lake (YQH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) in Minneapolis, United States to Watson Lake Airport (YQH) in Watson Lake, Canada is 2,890 kilometers (1,796 miles / 1,561 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.

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 23:28 in Minneapolis, it's 21:28 in Watson Lake.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,413 feet between the two airports. Watson Lake Airport sits higher than Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport.

The return flight from Watson Lake (YQH) to Minneapolis (MSP) follows a heading of 110° (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 Watson Lake Airport (YQH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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