Airport Comparison
| GDL | PRY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Wonderboom Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | PRY |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | FAWB |
| City | Guadalajara | Pretoria |
| Country | Mexico | South Africa |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 4,095 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | -25.650000, 28.220000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Pretoria (PRY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Wonderboom Airport (PRY) in Pretoria, South Africa is 15,051 kilometers (9,352 miles / 8,127 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east southeast at a heading of 106°.
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 South Africa. 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 10:37 in Guadalajara, it's 18:37 in Pretoria. 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.
The return flight from Pretoria (PRY) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 274° (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 Wonderboom Airport (PRY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.