Airport Comparison
| GDL | PLR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | St Clair County Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | PLR |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | KPLR |
| City | Guadalajara | Pell City |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 485 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 33.560000, -86.250000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Pell City (PLR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to St Clair County Airport (PLR) in Pell City, United States is 2,221 kilometers (1,380 miles / 1,199 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.
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 23:39 in Guadalajara, it's 23:39 in Pell City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,531 feet between the two airports. St Clair County 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 Pell City (PLR) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 234° (southwest). 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 St Clair County Airport (PLR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.