Airport Comparison
| GDL | LMS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Louisville/Winston County Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | LMS |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | KLMS |
| City | Guadalajara | Louisville |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 575 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 33.100000, -89.100000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Louisville (LMS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Louisville/Winston County Airport (LMS) in Louisville, United States is 1,982 kilometers (1,232 miles / 1,070 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.
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 United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:06 in Guadalajara, it's 23:06 in Louisville.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,442 feet between the two airports. Louisville/Winston County 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 Louisville (LMS) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 229° (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 Louisville/Winston County Airport (LMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.