Airport Comparison
| GDL | MRE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip |
| IATA Code | GDL | MRE |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | HKMS |
| City | Guadalajara | Masai Mara |
| Country | Mexico | Kenya |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Africa/Nairobi |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 5,200 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | -1.410000, 35.010000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Masai Mara (MRE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip (MRE) in Masai Mara, Kenya is 15,018 kilometers (9,332 miles / 8,109 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east northeast at a heading of 70°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Mexico with Kenya. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:51 in Guadalajara, it's 20:51 in Masai Mara. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Masai Mara (MRE) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 298° (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 Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip (MRE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.