Airport Comparison
| GDL | JLA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Quartz Creek Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | JLA |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | KJLA |
| City | Guadalajara | Cooper Landing |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 466 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 60.480000, -149.720000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Cooper Landing (JLA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Quartz Creek Airport (JLA) in Cooper Landing, United States is 5,721 kilometers (3,555 miles / 3,089 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.
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 Mexico with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:27 in Guadalajara, it's 14:27 in Cooper Landing. 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 4,550 feet between the two airports. Quartz Creek 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 Cooper Landing (JLA) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 120° (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 Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) and Quartz Creek Airport (JLA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.