Airport Comparison
| GDL | PAO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Palo Alto Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | PAO |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | KPAO |
| City | Guadalajara | Palo Alto |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 7 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 37.460000, -122.120000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Palo Alto (PAO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Palo Alto Airport (PAO) in Palo Alto, United States is 2,616 kilometers (1,625 miles / 1,412 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 01:22 in Guadalajara, it's 23:22 in Palo Alto.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,009 feet between the two airports. Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto (PAO) 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 Palo Alto Airport (PAO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.