Airport Comparison
| GDL | ILS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Ilopango International Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | ILS |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | MSSS |
| City | Guadalajara | San Salvador |
| Country | Mexico | El Salvador |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/El_Salvador |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 2,021 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 13.700000, -89.120000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to San Salvador (ILS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Ilopango International Airport (ILS) in San Salvador, El Salvador is 1,687 kilometers (1,048 miles / 911 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east southeast at a heading of 114°.
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 Mexico with El Salvador. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:50 in Guadalajara, it's 09:50 in San Salvador.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,995 feet between the two airports. Ilopango International 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 San Salvador (ILS) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 299° (west northwest). 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 Ilopango International Airport (ILS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.