Airport Comparison
| GDL | GVL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | GVL |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | KGVL |
| City | Guadalajara | Gainesville |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 1,277 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 34.270000, -83.830000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Gainesville (GVL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport (GVL) in Gainesville, United States is 2,449 kilometers (1,522 miles / 1,322 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northeast at a heading of 47°.
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 Mexico with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 00:40 in Guadalajara, it's 01:40 in Gainesville.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,739 feet between the two airports. Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport sits lower than Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Gainesville (GVL) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 236° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) and Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport (GVL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.