Airport Comparison
| GDL | KKC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Khon Kaen Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | KKC |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | VTUK |
| City | Guadalajara | Khon Kaen |
| Country | Mexico | Thailand |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Asia/Bangkok |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 670 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 16.470000, 102.780000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Khon Kaen (KKC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Khon Kaen Airport (KKC) in Khon Kaen, Thailand is 15,012 kilometers (9,328 miles / 8,106 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Mexico with Thailand. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:44 in Guadalajara, it's 02:44 in Khon Kaen. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,346 feet between the two airports. Khon Kaen 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 Khon Kaen (KKC) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 36° (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 Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) and Khon Kaen Airport (KKC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.