Airport Comparison
| SEA | YQU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | Grande Prairie Airport |
| IATA Code | SEA | YQU |
| ICAO Code | KSEA | CYQU |
| City | Seattle | Grande Prairie |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 432 ft | 2,195 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.450000, -122.310000 | 55.180000, -118.890000 |
Seattle (SEA) to Grande Prairie (YQU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Seattle, United States to Grande Prairie Airport (YQU) in Grande Prairie, Canada is 892 kilometers (554 miles / 481 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northeast at a heading of 14°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
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 22:05 in Seattle, it's 23:05 in Grande Prairie.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,763 feet between the two airports. Grande Prairie Airport sits higher than Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
The return flight from Grande Prairie (YQU) to Seattle (SEA) follows a heading of 197° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Grande Prairie Airport (YQU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.