Airport Comparison
| GDL | LZC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Lazaro Cardenas Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | LZC |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | MMLC |
| City | Guadalajara | Lazaro Cardenas |
| Country | Mexico | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 39 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 18.000000, -102.220000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Lazaro Cardenas (LZC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Lazaro Cardenas Airport (LZC) in Lazaro Cardenas, Mexico is 303 kilometers (188 miles / 163 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying south southeast at a heading of 158°.
This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.
This is a domestic route within Mexico. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 15:43 in Guadalajara, it's 15:43 in Lazaro Cardenas.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,977 feet between the two airports. Lazaro Cardenas 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 Lazaro Cardenas (LZC) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 338° (north 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 Lazaro Cardenas Airport (LZC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.