Flying from London to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL): What you need to know
You can choose from numerous airports when planning a flight from London to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL). Check out your options for flying out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
Guadalajara is six hours behind London. Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is located in Guadalajara, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from London to GDL. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from London to GDL that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between LHR and GDL include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Located around 31 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
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Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% touch down on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Schedule a stopover during your journey at Cancun International Airport (CUN). It's a popular transfer point for flights from London to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) out of London Gatwick Airport.
You can get to LGW from the centre of London in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
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69.26% of all departures from London Gatwick Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
From the centre of London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to get there by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Make catching an early London to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near Stansted Airport and get to your check-in counter without rushing:
Flights that leave from STN arrive at their destination within the scheduled time frame 64.73% of the time.
About Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
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Getting from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to central Guadalajara
The centre of Guadalajara is roughly 18 kilometres from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
Right now, ر.ق. 1,361 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 2,381. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from London to GDL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest London to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from London to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to go to Guadalajara. July is when most people book flights from London to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
Book a London to GDL flight ticket departing in May if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Guadalajara to range from 15ºC to 35ºC.
January has temperatures of between 9ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap tickets from London to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Guadalajara
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Guadalajara right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from London to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport:
Your visit to Guadalajara won't be complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions that are worth your time include Catedral, Centro Histórico de Guadalajara and Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Guadalajara, now it's time to explore other corners of Mexico. Travel around 177 kilometres east to León de los Aldama to tick off its popular sights. From Ecoturismo & Aventuras de México to Plaza Principal de León and Museo de Arte E Historia de Guanajuato, there's plenty to keep you busy.
San Luis Potosi is another must-experience destination in Mexico and is around 306 kilometres north-east of Guadalajara. No journey is complete without experiencing Huasteca Potosina, Cascada de Tamul and Cathedral of San Luis Potosi.
