Travelling from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL) to San Diego: what you need to know
The timezone in San Diego is UTC-8. The city is two hours behind Guadalajara, where Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to catch your GDL to San Diego flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time such as January? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for plane tickets from GDL to San Diego, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
GDL is about 18 kilometres from central Guadalajara. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near GDL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to San Diego or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are a convenient choice:
When it comes to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL) to San Diego
$354 is currently the best price for a one-way Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to San Diego flight. Return plane tickets start from $539. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from GDL to San Diego if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
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Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
San Diego International Airport (SAN) to the centre of San Diego takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 5 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel near SAN if you're coming in on a late flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to San Diego. Select one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
Booking your ride from San Diego International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from GDL to San Diego can help you get the best possible rate.
The street address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
If you're staying in central San Diego (or just want to start sightseeing straight away), the city is around 48 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). Keep an eye out for any visitor information desks to get directions after hopping off your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to San Diego.
Following your GDL to San Diego flight, kick back at a hotel close to CLD. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Typically, the earlier you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Reserve your ride from CLD once your travel dates are set.
Best time to go to San Diego
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to San Diego. July is the busiest month for a trip to San Diego. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in December.
Before locking in your Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to San Diego plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from GDL to San Diego in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 22ºC on average.
More about San Diego
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in San Diego right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to San Diego:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. San Diego Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are top sights which should be on any well-planned San Diego itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of San Diego. Around 177 kilometres away to the northwest, its top attractions include Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.
Phoenix is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 483 kilometres east of San Diego. No trip is complete without a visit to Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum.