Airport Comparison
| FXY | GDL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Forest City Municipal Airport | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport |
| IATA Code | FXY | GDL |
| ICAO Code | KFXY | MMGL |
| City | Forest City | Guadalajara |
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 1,229 ft | 5,016 ft |
| Coordinates | 43.230000, -93.620000 | 20.520000, -103.310000 |
Forest City (FXY) to Guadalajara (GDL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Forest City Municipal Airport (FXY) in Forest City, United States to Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico is 2,681 kilometers (1,666 miles / 1,448 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southwest at a heading of 203°.
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 14:21 in Forest City, it's 14:21 in Guadalajara.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,787 feet between the two airports. Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport sits higher than Forest City Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Guadalajara (GDL) to Forest City (FXY) follows a heading of 17° (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 Forest City Municipal Airport (FXY) and Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.