Flying from San Diego to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL): what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in San Diego. San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from San Diego to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) jetting off from here.
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is located in Guadalajara. The city operates in the UTC-6 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of San Diego.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from San Diego to GDL.
Getting on a plane during a peak time like July? High seasons (like spring break, summer and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from San Diego to GDL. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from San Diego International Airport (SAN). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
SAN is about 5 kilometres from the centre of San Diego. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the best route and your public transport options.
After a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near San Diego International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Diego to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
About Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from San Diego to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GDL instead:
Getting from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to central Guadalajara
From Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, Guadalajara is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 33 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 53 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
For a one-way ticket from San Diego to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, Rs35,590 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just Rs68,907. These are the lowest fares right now but may change based on availability.
To find cheap tickets from San Diego to GDL, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
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The best time to fly from San Diego to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
July is the most popular month for flights from San Diego to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Guadalajara in April when it's quieter.
Lock in your flight from San Diego to GDL for May if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Guadalajara to range from 15ºC to 35ºC.
Travel in January for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 9ºC and 27ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from San Diego to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport.
More about Guadalajara
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Guadalajara right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from San Diego to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport:
One of the best ways to experience Guadalajara is to check out its popular attractions. Highlights include Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.
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