Airport Comparison
| GDL | LKP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Lake Placid Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | LKP |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | KLKP |
| City | Guadalajara | Lake Placid |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 1,747 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 44.260000, -73.960000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Lake Placid (LKP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Lake Placid Airport (LKP) in Lake Placid, United States is 3,778 kilometers (2,347 miles / 2,040 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northeast at a heading of 39°.
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 21:32 in Guadalajara, it's 22:32 in Lake Placid.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,269 feet between the two airports. Lake Placid 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 Lake Placid (LKP) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 235° (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 Lake Placid Airport (LKP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.