Airport Comparison
| GDL | YWL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Williams Lake Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | YWL |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | CYWL |
| City | Guadalajara | Williams Lake |
| Country | Mexico | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 3,085 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 52.180000, -122.050000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Williams Lake (YWL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Williams Lake Airport (YWL) in Williams Lake, Canada is 3,874 kilometers (2,407 miles / 2,092 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.
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 17:39 in Guadalajara, it's 15:39 in Williams Lake.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,931 feet between the two airports. Williams Lake 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 Williams Lake (YWL) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 148° (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 Williams Lake Airport (YWL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.