Airport Comparison
| GDL | RMF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Marsa Alam International Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | RMF |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | HEMA |
| City | Guadalajara | Marsa Alam |
| Country | Mexico | Egypt |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Africa/Cairo |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 251 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 25.560000, 34.580000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Marsa Alam (RMF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF) in Marsa Alam, Egypt is 13,165 kilometers (8,180 miles / 7,109 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Mexico with Egypt. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:20 in Guadalajara, it's 02:20 in Marsa Alam. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,765 feet between the two airports. Marsa Alam 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 Marsa Alam (RMF) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 314° (northwest). 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 Marsa Alam International Airport (RMF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.