Airport Comparison
| GDL | KBC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Birch Creek Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | KBC |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | KZ91 |
| City | Guadalajara | Birch Creek |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 440 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 66.270000, -145.820000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Birch Creek (KBC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Birch Creek Airport (KBC) in Birch Creek, United States is 5,918 kilometers (3,677 miles / 3,195 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.
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 06:55 in Guadalajara, it's 03:55 in Birch Creek. 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 4,576 feet between the two airports. Birch 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 Birch Creek (KBC) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 128° (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 Birch Creek Airport (KBC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.