Airport Comparison
| GDL | NAK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Nakhon Ratchasima Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | NAK |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | VTUQ |
| City | Guadalajara | N/A |
| Country | Mexico | Thailand |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Asia/Bangkok |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 765 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 14.950000, 102.310000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Nakhon Ratchasima Airport (NAK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Nakhon Ratchasima Airport (NAK) in Nakhon Ratchasima Airport, Thailand is 15,179 kilometers (9,432 miles / 8,196 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.
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 Thailand. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:49 in Guadalajara, it's 01:49 in Nakhon Ratchasima Airport. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,251 feet between the two airports. Nakhon Ratchasima 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 Nakhon Ratchasima Airport (NAK) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 36° (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 Nakhon Ratchasima Airport (NAK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.