The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) in Raleigh/Durham, United States is 2,934 kilometers (1,823 miles / 1,584 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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 01:47 in Guadalajara, it's 03:47 in Raleigh/Durham.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,581 feet between the two airports. Raleigh-Durham 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 Raleigh/Durham (RDU) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 241° (west 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 Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.