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Flying from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Mexico City and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.
Mexico City's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Guadalajara (the location of Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport).
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is the most traveled route, with 144 weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from GDL to MEX is with Volaris at 23:57. Go for the first departure with Volaris at 04:27 if you want to fly out earlier.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your GDL to Mexico City flight.
Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
You can book a direct Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Mexico City ticket. Start your trip at GDL and end it at Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX).
Well-known carriers that offer direct flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Mexico City include:
GDL is around 18 kilometres from central Guadalajara. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near GDL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Mexico City or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport's on-time performance, 71.31% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to Mexico City
Rs8,591 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Mexico City flight. A return flight ticket starts at Rs13,463. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap flights from GDL to Mexico City, book your journey five months before your departure.
Organise your trip for September. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Mexico City tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
The distance from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to central Mexico City is roughly 8 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Book a hotel close to MEX if you're coming in on a late flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Mexico City. Select one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and explore beyond Mexico City's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport about four weeks before your flight from GDL to Mexico City.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Once your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Mexico City has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 45 minutes.
You'll find a few fantastic places to lay your head just a short drive from NLU. Shift into relaxation gear at Verticca Hotel after your GDL to Mexico City flight.
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Grab a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare rates and availability from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from NLU one week ahead of time often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Visit Mexico City during the high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Mexico City in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before locking in your Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Mexico City flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 23ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from GDL to Mexico City around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Mexico City right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Mexico City:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are major attractions which should feature on any good Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've seen Mexico City. Around 467 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Teatro Degollado, Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara.
Around 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City, Puebla is another favourite stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies.
