Airport Comparison
| ESM | GDL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | General Rivadeneira Airport | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport |
| IATA Code | ESM | GDL |
| ICAO Code | SETN | MMGL |
| City | Tachina | Guadalajara |
| Country | Ecuador | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 32 ft | 5,016 ft |
| Coordinates | 0.980000, -79.630000 | 20.520000, -103.310000 |
Tachina (ESM) to Guadalajara (GDL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from General Rivadeneira Airport (ESM) in Tachina, Ecuador to Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico is 3,367 kilometers (2,092 miles / 1,818 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.
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 Ecuador 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 21:13 in Tachina, it's 20:13 in Guadalajara.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,984 feet between the two airports. Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport sits higher than General Rivadeneira Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Guadalajara (GDL) to Tachina (ESM) follows a heading of 127° (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 General Rivadeneira Airport (ESM) and Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.