The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) in Santa Monica, United States is 2,115 kilometers (1,314 miles / 1,142 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.

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 02:27 in Guadalajara, it's 01:27 in Santa Monica.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,846 feet between the two airports. Santa Monica Municipal 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 Santa Monica (SMO) 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 Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.