Airport Comparison
| FSM | GDL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Fort Smith Regional Airport | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport |
| IATA Code | FSM | GDL |
| ICAO Code | KFSM | MMGL |
| City | Fort Smith | Guadalajara |
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 469 ft | 5,016 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.300000, -94.400000 | 20.520000, -103.310000 |
Fort Smith (FSM) to Guadalajara (GDL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Fort Smith Regional Airport (FSM) in Fort Smith, United States to Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico is 1,860 kilometers (1,156 miles / 1,004 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southwest at a heading of 210°.
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 03:01 in Fort Smith, it's 03:01 in Guadalajara.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,547 feet between the two airports. Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport sits higher than Fort Smith Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Guadalajara (GDL) to Fort Smith (FSM) follows a heading of 26° (north 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 Fort Smith Regional Airport (FSM) and Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.