Airport Comparison
| GDL | MDY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Henderson Field |
| IATA Code | GDL | MDY |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | PMDY |
| City | Guadalajara | Midway Atoll |
| Country | Mexico | UM |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Pacific/Midway |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 12 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 28.200000, -177.380000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Midway Atoll (MDY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Henderson Field (MDY) in Midway Atoll, UM is 7,440 kilometers (4,623 miles / 4,017 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west northwest at a heading of 293°.
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 UM. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:46 in Guadalajara, it's 05:46 in Midway Atoll. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,004 feet between the two airports. Henderson Field 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 Midway Atoll (MDY) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 78° (east 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 Henderson Field (MDY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.