Airport Comparison
| GDL | YCA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Courtenay Airpark |
| IATA Code | GDL | YCA |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | CAH3 |
| City | Guadalajara | Courtenay |
| Country | Mexico | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 9 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 49.680000, -124.980000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Courtenay (YCA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Courtenay Airpark (YCA) in Courtenay, Canada is 3,765 kilometers (2,339 miles / 2,033 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 335°.
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 Mexico with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:24 in Guadalajara, it's 08:24 in Courtenay.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,007 feet between the two airports. Courtenay Airpark 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 Courtenay (YCA) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 142° (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 Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) and Courtenay Airpark (YCA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.