Airport Comparison
| GDL | KKY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Kilkenny Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | KKY |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | EIKK |
| City | Guadalajara | Kilkenny |
| Country | Mexico | Ireland |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Europe/Dublin |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 319 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 52.650000, -7.300000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Kilkenny (KKY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Kilkenny Airport (KKY) in Kilkenny, Ireland is 8,600 kilometers (5,344 miles / 4,644 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 38°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Mexico with Ireland. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:50 in Guadalajara, it's 08:50 in Kilkenny. With a 6-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 4,697 feet between the two airports. Kilkenny 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 Kilkenny (KKY) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 287° (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 Kilkenny Airport (KKY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.