Airport Comparison
| SFO | YQU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | San Francisco International Airport | Grande Prairie Airport |
| IATA Code | SFO | YQU |
| ICAO Code | KSFO | CYQU |
| City | San Francisco | Grande Prairie |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 2,195 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.620000, -122.380000 | 55.180000, -118.890000 |
San Francisco (SFO) to Grande Prairie (YQU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Grande Prairie Airport (YQU) in Grande Prairie, Canada is 1,970 kilometers (1,224 miles / 1,064 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north at a heading of 7°.
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 01:26 in San Francisco, it's 02:26 in Grande Prairie.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,182 feet between the two airports. Grande Prairie Airport sits higher than San Francisco International Airport.
The return flight from Grande Prairie (YQU) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 189° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Grande Prairie Airport (YQU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.