Airport Comparison
| GCD | GDL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Grand Coulee Dam Airport | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport |
| IATA Code | GCD | GDL |
| ICAO Code | K3W7 | MMGL |
| City | Electric City | Guadalajara |
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 1,593 ft | 5,016 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.920000, -119.080000 | 20.520000, -103.310000 |
Electric City (GCD) to Guadalajara (GDL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Grand Coulee Dam Airport (GCD) in Electric City, United States to Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico is 3,359 kilometers (2,087 miles / 1,814 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southeast at a heading of 150°.
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 14:07 in Electric City, it's 16:07 in Guadalajara.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,423 feet between the two airports. Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport sits higher than Grand Coulee Dam Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Guadalajara (GDL) to Electric City (GCD) follows a heading of 339° (north 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 Grand Coulee Dam Airport (GCD) and Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.