Airport Comparison
| GDL | NAU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Napuka Island Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | NAU |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | NTGN |
| City | Guadalajara | Napuka Island |
| Country | Mexico | French Polynesia |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Pacific/Tahiti |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 7 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | -14.180000, -141.270000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Napuka Island (NAU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Napuka Island Airport (NAU) in Napuka Island, French Polynesia is 5,665 kilometers (3,520 miles / 3,059 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southwest at a heading of 230°.
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 French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:27 in Guadalajara, it's 06:27 in Napuka Island. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,009 feet between the two airports. Napuka Island 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 Napuka Island (NAU) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 48° (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 Napuka Island Airport (NAU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.