Airport Comparison
| GWS | YYC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Glenwood Springs Municipal Airport | Calgary International Airport |
| IATA Code | GWS | YYC |
| ICAO Code | KGWS | CYYC |
| City | Glenwood Springs | Calgary |
| Country | United States | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 5,916 ft | 3,557 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.510000, -107.310000 | 51.110000, -114.020000 |
Glenwood Springs (GWS) to Calgary (YYC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Glenwood Springs Municipal Airport (GWS) in Glenwood Springs, United States to Calgary International Airport (YYC) in Calgary, Canada is 1,391 kilometers (864 miles / 751 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting United States with Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 00:47 in Glenwood Springs, it's 00:47 in Calgary.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,359 feet between the two airports. Calgary International Airport sits lower than Glenwood Springs Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Calgary (YYC) to Glenwood Springs (GWS) follows a heading of 155° (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 Glenwood Springs Municipal Airport (GWS) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.