Airport Comparison
| GDL | PDD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Ponta do Ouro Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | PDD |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | FQPO |
| City | Guadalajara | Ponta do Ouro |
| Country | Mexico | Mozambique |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Africa/Maputo |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 92 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | -26.830000, 32.840000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Ponta do Ouro (PDD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Ponta do Ouro Airport (PDD) in Ponta do Ouro, Mozambique is 15,517 kilometers (9,642 miles / 8,378 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east southeast at a heading of 108°.
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 Mozambique. 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 13:24 in Guadalajara, it's 21:24 in Ponta do Ouro. With a 8-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 4,924 feet between the two airports. Ponta do Ouro 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 Ponta do Ouro (PDD) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 271° (west). 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 Ponta do Ouro Airport (PDD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.