Airport Comparison
| CWF | GDL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chennault International Airport | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport |
| IATA Code | CWF | GDL |
| ICAO Code | KCWF | MMGL |
| City | Lake Charles | Guadalajara |
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 17 ft | 5,016 ft |
| Coordinates | 30.210000, -93.140000 | 20.520000, -103.310000 |
Lake Charles (CWF) to Guadalajara (GDL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chennault International Airport (CWF) in Lake Charles, United States to Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico is 1,483 kilometers (922 miles / 801 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southwest at a heading of 226°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
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 19:09 in Lake Charles, it's 19:09 in Guadalajara.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,000 feet between the two airports. Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport sits higher than Chennault International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Guadalajara (GDL) to Lake Charles (CWF) follows a heading of 41° (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 Chennault International Airport (CWF) and Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.