Airport Comparison
| GDL | YWB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Kangiqsujuaq (Wakeham Bay) Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | YWB |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | CYKG |
| City | Guadalajara | Kangiqsujuaq |
| Country | Mexico | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 501 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 61.590000, -71.930000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Kangiqsujuaq (YWB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Kangiqsujuaq (Wakeham Bay) Airport (YWB) in Kangiqsujuaq, Canada is 5,167 kilometers (3,211 miles / 2,790 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northeast at a heading of 20°.
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 03:15 in Guadalajara, it's 04:15 in Kangiqsujuaq.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,515 feet between the two airports. Kangiqsujuaq (Wakeham 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 Kangiqsujuaq (YWB) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 222° (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 Kangiqsujuaq (Wakeham Bay) Airport (YWB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.