Airport Comparison
| GDL | YHY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Hay River / Merlyn Carter Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | YHY |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | CYHY |
| City | Guadalajara | Hay River |
| Country | Mexico | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Yellowknife |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 541 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 60.840000, -115.780000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Hay River (YHY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Hay River / Merlyn Carter Airport (YHY) in Hay River, Canada is 4,588 kilometers (2,851 miles / 2,478 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north at a heading of 351°.
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 11:56 in Guadalajara, it's 10:56 in Hay River.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,475 feet between the two airports. Hay River / Merlyn Carter 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 Hay River (YHY) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 162° (south 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 Hay River / Merlyn Carter Airport (YHY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.