The flight distance from Mc Clellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) in Carlsbad, United States to Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico is 1,968 kilometers (1,223 miles / 1,062 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southeast at a heading of 132°.

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 12:20 in Carlsbad, it's 14:20 in Guadalajara.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,686 feet between the two airports. Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport sits higher than Mc Clellan-Palomar Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Guadalajara (GDL) to Carlsbad (CLD) follows a heading of 318° (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 Mc Clellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) and Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.