Airport Comparison
| CIU | GDL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chippewa County International Airport | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport |
| IATA Code | CIU | GDL |
| ICAO Code | KCIU | MMGL |
| City | Sault Ste Marie | Guadalajara |
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 799 ft | 5,016 ft |
| Coordinates | 46.250000, -84.470000 | 20.520000, -103.310000 |
Sault Ste Marie (CIU) to Guadalajara (GDL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chippewa County International Airport (CIU) in Sault Ste Marie, United States to Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico is 3,334 kilometers (2,072 miles / 1,800 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southwest at a heading of 217°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting United States with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:48 in Sault Ste Marie, it's 08:48 in Guadalajara.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,217 feet between the two airports. Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport sits higher than Chippewa County International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Guadalajara (GDL) to Sault Ste Marie (CIU) follows a heading of 27° (north 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 Chippewa County International Airport (CIU) and Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.