Airport Comparison
| GDL | LBB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | LBB |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | KLBB |
| City | Guadalajara | Lubbock |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 3,282 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 33.660000, -101.820000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Lubbock (LBB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB) in Lubbock, United States is 1,468 kilometers (912 miles / 793 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north at a heading of 5°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
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 14:23 in Guadalajara, it's 14:23 in Lubbock.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,734 feet between the two airports. Lubbock Preston Smith International 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 Lubbock (LBB) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 186° (south). 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 Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.