Airport Comparison
| DRK | GDL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Drake Bay Airport | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport |
| IATA Code | DRK | GDL |
| ICAO Code | MRDK | MMGL |
| City | Puntarenas | Guadalajara |
| Country | Costa Rica | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 12 ft | 5,016 ft |
| Coordinates | 8.720000, -83.640000 | 20.520000, -103.310000 |
Puntarenas (DRK) to Guadalajara (GDL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Drake Bay Airport (DRK) in Puntarenas, Costa Rica to Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico is 2,486 kilometers (1,545 miles / 1,342 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 304°.
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 Costa Rica with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:40 in Puntarenas, it's 13:40 in Guadalajara.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,004 feet between the two airports. Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport sits higher than Drake Bay Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Guadalajara (GDL) to Puntarenas (DRK) follows a heading of 119° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Drake Bay Airport (DRK) and Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.