Airport Comparison
| GDL | IAH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | IAH |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | KIAH |
| City | Guadalajara | Houston |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 96 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 29.980000, -95.340000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Houston (IAH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) in Houston, United States is 1,321 kilometers (821 miles / 714 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Mexico with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:56 in Guadalajara, it's 23:56 in Houston.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,920 feet between the two airports. George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport sits lower than Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Houston (IAH) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 219° (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 Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) and George Bush Intcntl/Houston Airport (IAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.