Airport Comparison
| FRI | GDL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Marshall Army Air Field | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport |
| IATA Code | FRI | GDL |
| ICAO Code | KFRI | MMGL |
| City | Fort Riley (Junction City) | Guadalajara |
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 1,066 ft | 5,016 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.100000, -96.800000 | 20.520000, -103.310000 |
Fort Riley (Junction City) (FRI) to Guadalajara (GDL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Marshall Army Air Field (FRI) in Fort Riley (Junction City), United States to Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico is 2,158 kilometers (1,341 miles / 1,165 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southwest at a heading of 199°.
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 11:50 in Fort Riley (Junction City), it's 11:50 in Guadalajara.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,950 feet between the two airports. Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport sits higher than Marshall Army Air Field. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Guadalajara (GDL) to Fort Riley (Junction City) (FRI) follows a heading of 15° (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 Marshall Army Air Field (FRI) and Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.