Airport Comparison
| BAI | GDL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Buenos Aires Airport | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport |
| IATA Code | BAI | GDL |
| ICAO Code | MRBA | MMGL |
| City | Punta Arenas | Guadalajara |
| Country | Costa Rica | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 1,214 ft | 5,016 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.160000, -83.330000 | 20.520000, -103.310000 |
Punta Arenas (BAI) to Guadalajara (GDL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Buenos Aires Airport (BAI) in Punta Arenas, Costa Rica to Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico is 2,487 kilometers (1,545 miles / 1,343 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 303°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Costa Rica with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:37 in Punta Arenas, it's 02:37 in Guadalajara.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,802 feet between the two airports. Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport sits higher than Buenos Aires Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Guadalajara (GDL) to Punta Arenas (BAI) follows a heading of 118° (east 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 Buenos Aires Airport (BAI) and Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.