Travelling from Mexico City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL): What you need to know
Begin your journey at one of Mexico City's main airports, Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) or Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). Explore your options for booking a flight from Mexico City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) departing from either of these.
Book a direct Mexico City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.
Mexico City and Guadalajara (where Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is located) share the UTC-6 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you land.
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) is the most popular route. There are 144 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have plans before you fly, take the last flight with Aeromexico at 11:05pm. Go for the first MEX to GDL departure with Volaris at 2:45am if you'd rather get going earlier.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Mexico City to GDL. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's wise to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Get there in one go from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX). Direct flights from Mexico City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) are available from here.
At MEX, there's a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from Mexico City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, such as:
Most travellers prefer to fly with Aeromexico between MEX and GDL.
Aeromexico is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
MEX is around 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Benito Juarez International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Mexico City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the answer:
80.91% of flights leaving Benito Juarez International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, delays are unlikely when jetting out of MEX.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
You can book a direct Mexico City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) flight ticket out of Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). Work out whether leaving from NLU works best for your plans.
You can pick from a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from Mexico City to GDL departing from NLU. Jet off with any of these carriers and fly straight to your final stop:
On the NLU to GDL route, VivaAerobus is the top airline in terms of bookings.
Among the carriers operating flights between Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport and Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, Aeromexico has the best on-time performance.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in about 1 hour 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Mexico City to GDL flight is far easier when you stay close to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. If you have an early departure, Verticca Hotel will put you just a short drive away.
67.58% of flights taking off from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Mexico City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near GDL:
Pick up a Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport rental car and discover Guadalajara and beyond with your own set of wheels. America, MEX and Routes Car Rentals are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Mexico City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport flight.
Getting from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to central Guadalajara
Central Guadalajara is roughly 18 kilometres from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
It typically takes 1 hour 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is $26. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $51. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Mexico City to GDL. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Mexico City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Mexico City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
April is the quietest month for flights from Mexico City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL), while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Guadalajara based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Mexico City to GDL flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. May is the warmest month in Guadalajara, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 35ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Mexico City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 27ºC.
More about Guadalajara
Start your Guadalajara trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Mexico City to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Your visit to Guadalajara won't be complete without checking out the sights. Highlights that should be on your list include Catedral, Centro Histórico de Guadalajara and Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Explore more of Mexico
León de los Aldama is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be discovered after you've seen Guadalajara. Around 177 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Ecoturismo & Aventuras de México, Plaza Principal de León and Museo de Arte E Historia de Guanajuato.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Mexico, consider San Luis Potosi, about 306 kilometres north-east of Guadalajara. Huasteca Potosina, Cascada de Tamul and Cathedral of San Luis Potosi are among the biggest draws.
