The flight distance from Akureyri Airport (AEY) in Akureyri, Iceland to Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico is 7,720 kilometers (4,797 miles / 4,168 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west at a heading of 275°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Iceland with Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:11 in Akureyri, it's 18:11 in Guadalajara. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,010 feet between the two airports. Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport sits higher than Akureyri Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Guadalajara (GDL) to Akureyri (AEY) follows a heading of 26° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Akureyri Airport (AEY) and Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.