Airport Comparison
| GDL | LQM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Caucaya Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | LQM |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | SKLG |
| City | Guadalajara | Puerto Leguizamo |
| Country | Mexico | Colombia |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Bogota |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 573 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | -0.180000, -74.770000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Puerto Leguizamo (LQM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Caucaya Airport (LQM) in Puerto Leguizamo, Colombia is 3,864 kilometers (2,401 miles / 2,086 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 123°.
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 Colombia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:19 in Guadalajara, it's 18:19 in Puerto Leguizamo.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,443 feet between the two airports. Caucaya 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 Puerto Leguizamo (LQM) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 308° (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 Caucaya Airport (LQM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.