Flying from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Guadalajara Airport (GDL): what you need to know
The timezone in Guadalajara is UTC-6, which is seven hours behind Barcelona.
Leave plenty of time to catch your BCN to GDL flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Barcelona Airport to Guadalajara Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between BCN and GDL include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Mexico City Juarez International Airport
Cancun Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
$900 is the best price for a one-way Barcelona Airport to Guadalajara Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,655. These fares may change based on demand.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from BCN to GDL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from Barcelona Airport to Guadalajara Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from BCN to GDL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Barcelona Airport to Guadalajara Airport.
Handy information about Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Barcelona Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from BCN arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Barcelona Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Barcelona Airport to Guadalajara Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near BCN:
Arriving at Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
Reserve a hotel near GDL if you're on a late Barcelona Airport to Guadalajara Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Guadalajara Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from America, MEX or Routes Car Rentals and experience more of Guadalajara and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Guadalajara Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Guadalajara Airport (GDL) to central Guadalajara
From Guadalajara Airport, Guadalajara is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
The quietest month for a flight from Barcelona Airport to Guadalajara Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Guadalajara based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Guadalajara is May, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from Barcelona Airport to Guadalajara Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BCN to GDL around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Guadalajara, now it's time to explore more of Mexico. Journey around 467 kilometres east to Mexico City to check off its top attractions. From Zócalo to Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 467 kilometres east of Guadalajara, Ecatepec de Morelos is another favourite stop in Mexico. Start your sightseeing at Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden.