The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Miramar Mcas (Joe Foss Field) Airport (NKX) in San Diego, United States is 1,939 kilometers (1,205 miles / 1,047 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Mexico with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:53 in Guadalajara, it's 18:53 in San Diego.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,539 feet between the two airports. Miramar Mcas (Joe Foss Field) 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 San Diego (NKX) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 132° (southeast). 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 Miramar Mcas (Joe Foss Field) Airport (NKX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.