Airport Comparison
| BYS | GDL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bicycle Lake Army Air Field | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport |
| IATA Code | BYS | GDL |
| ICAO Code | KBYS | MMGL |
| City | Fort Irwin/Barstow | Guadalajara |
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 2,350 ft | 5,016 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.280000, -116.630000 | 20.520000, -103.310000 |
Fort Irwin/Barstow (BYS) to Guadalajara (GDL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (BYS) in Fort Irwin/Barstow, United States to Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico is 2,095 kilometers (1,302 miles / 1,131 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southeast at a heading of 138°.
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 United States with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:14 in Fort Irwin/Barstow, it's 11:14 in Guadalajara.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,666 feet between the two airports. Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport sits higher than Bicycle Lake Army Air Field. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Guadalajara (GDL) to Fort Irwin/Barstow (BYS) follows a heading of 324° (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 Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (BYS) and Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.