Airport Comparison
| GDL | YAB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Arctic Bay Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | YAB |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | CYAB |
| City | Guadalajara | N/A |
| Country | Mexico | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Rankin_Inlet |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 72 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 73.010000, -85.040000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Arctic Bay Airport (YAB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Arctic Bay Airport (YAB) in Arctic Bay Airport, Canada is 5,947 kilometers (3,695 miles / 3,211 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north at a heading of 7°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Mexico with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:14 in Guadalajara, it's 18:14 in Arctic Bay Airport.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,944 feet between the two airports. Arctic Bay Airport sits lower than Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Arctic Bay Airport (YAB) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 201° (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 Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) and Arctic Bay Airport (YAB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.