Airport Comparison
| DHA | GDL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | King Abdulaziz Air Base | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport |
| IATA Code | DHA | GDL |
| ICAO Code | OEDR | MMGL |
| City | N/A | Guadalajara |
| Country | Saudi Arabia | Mexico |
| Timezone | Asia/Riyadh | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 84 ft | 5,016 ft |
| Coordinates | 26.270000, 50.150000 | 20.520000, -103.310000 |
King Abdulaziz Air Base (DHA) to Guadalajara (GDL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from King Abdulaziz Air Base (DHA) in King Abdulaziz Air Base, Saudi Arabia to Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico is 14,077 kilometers (8,747 miles / 7,601 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.
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 13:14 in King Abdulaziz Air Base, it's 04:14 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 4,932 feet between the two airports. Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport sits higher than King Abdulaziz Air Base. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Guadalajara (GDL) to King Abdulaziz Air Base (DHA) follows a heading of 30° (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 King Abdulaziz Air Base (DHA) and Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.