Airport Comparison
| GDL | NUQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Moffett Federal Airfield |
| IATA Code | GDL | NUQ |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | KNUQ |
| City | Guadalajara | Mountain View |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 37 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 37.420000, -122.050000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Mountain View (NUQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Moffett Federal Airfield (NUQ) in Mountain View, United States is 2,608 kilometers (1,620 miles / 1,408 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.
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 23:42 in Guadalajara, it's 21:42 in Mountain View.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,979 feet between the two airports. Moffett Federal Airfield 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 Mountain View (NUQ) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 131° (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 Moffett Federal Airfield (NUQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.