Travelling from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to Seoul: what you need to know
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is located in Guadalajara. Following the UTC+9 timezone, Seoul is 15 hours ahead of Guadalajara.
To avoid missing your GDL to Seoul flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick off a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from GDL to Seoul, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
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GDL is about 18 kilometres from central Guadalajara. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 55 minutes.
In search of a hotel near GDL? If you've booked an early flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Seoul, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
71.31% of flights that depart Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to Seoul
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Seoul flight is Rs170,266. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs309,791. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from GDL to Seoul if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
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Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
From Incheon International Airport (ICN), central Seoul is roughly 48 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 45 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Seoul, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near ICN:
Explore without limits with an Incheon International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and chase adventure across Seoul and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Incheon International Airport around four weeks before your flight from GDL to Seoul.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is about 16 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. Check out your options for making your way into town after your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Seoul has arrived.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Following your GDL to Seoul flight, kick back at a hotel near GMP. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Gimpo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul or Hi Rent A Car and make a speedy getaway.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from GMP one week in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
Before you book your flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Seoul, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Seoul offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 32ºC. Book your Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Seoul flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GDL to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Seoul
Once you've booked your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Seoul, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seoul:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are must-visits when exploring Seoul.
Explore more of South Korea
You've visited Seoul, now it's time to discover more of South Korea. Journey about 322 kilometres south-east to Busan to tick off its leading sights. From Haeundae Beach to Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in South Korea, head for Daegu, roughly 241 kilometres south-east of Seoul. Duryu Park People's Garden, E-World and Apsan Park are the start of reasons to visit.