Airport Comparison
| AKH | GDL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Prince Sultan Air Base | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport |
| IATA Code | AKH | GDL |
| ICAO Code | OEPS | MMGL |
| City | N/A | Guadalajara |
| Country | Saudi Arabia | Mexico |
| Timezone | Asia/Riyadh | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 1,651 ft | 5,016 ft |
| Coordinates | 24.060000, 47.580000 | 20.520000, -103.310000 |
Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) to Guadalajara (GDL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) in Prince Sultan Air Base, Saudi Arabia to Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico is 14,141 kilometers (8,787 miles / 7,636 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Saudi Arabia with Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:27 in Prince Sultan Air Base, it's 12:27 in Guadalajara. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,365 feet between the two airports. Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport sits higher than Prince Sultan Air Base. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Guadalajara (GDL) to Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) follows a heading of 34° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) and Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.