Airport Comparison
| BGQ | GDL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Big Lake Airport | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport |
| IATA Code | BGQ | GDL |
| ICAO Code | PAGQ | MMGL |
| City | Big Lake | Guadalajara |
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 162 ft | 5,016 ft |
| Coordinates | 61.530000, -149.810000 | 20.520000, -103.310000 |
Big Lake (BGQ) to Guadalajara (GDL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Big Lake Airport (BGQ) in Big Lake, United States to Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico is 5,784 kilometers (3,594 miles / 3,123 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east southeast at a heading of 120°.
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 United States with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:45 in Big Lake, it's 23:45 in Guadalajara. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,854 feet between the two airports. Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport sits higher than Big Lake Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Guadalajara (GDL) to Big Lake (BGQ) follows a heading of 334° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Big Lake Airport (BGQ) and Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.