Airport Comparison
| FAV | GDL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Fakarava Airport | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport |
| IATA Code | FAV | GDL |
| ICAO Code | NTGF | MMGL |
| City | N/A | Guadalajara |
| Country | French Polynesia | Mexico |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tahiti | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 5,016 ft |
| Coordinates | -16.050000, -145.660000 | 20.520000, -103.310000 |
Fakarava Airport (FAV) to Guadalajara (GDL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Fakarava Airport (FAV) in Fakarava Airport, French Polynesia to Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico is 6,157 kilometers (3,826 miles / 3,325 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting French Polynesia with Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:28 in Fakarava Airport, it's 07:28 in Guadalajara. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,003 feet between the two airports. Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport sits higher than Fakarava Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Guadalajara (GDL) to Fakarava Airport (FAV) follows a heading of 232° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Fakarava Airport (FAV) and Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.