Airport Comparison
| DRJ | GDL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Drietabbetje Airport | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport |
| IATA Code | DRJ | GDL |
| ICAO Code | SMDA | MMGL |
| City | Drietabbetje | Guadalajara |
| Country | Suriname | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Paramaribo | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 236 ft | 5,016 ft |
| Coordinates | 4.120000, -54.670000 | 20.520000, -103.310000 |
Drietabbetje (DRJ) to Guadalajara (GDL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Drietabbetje Airport (DRJ) in Drietabbetje, Suriname to Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico is 5,563 kilometers (3,456 miles / 3,004 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 293°.
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 Suriname with Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:56 in Drietabbetje, it's 03:56 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 4,780 feet between the two airports. Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport sits higher than Drietabbetje Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Guadalajara (GDL) to Drietabbetje (DRJ) follows a heading of 102° (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 Drietabbetje Airport (DRJ) and Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.