The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Almirante Padilla Airport (RCH) in Riohacha, Colombia is 3,390 kilometers (2,107 miles / 1,831 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east southeast at a heading of 102°.

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 Colombia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:20 in Guadalajara, it's 12:20 in Riohacha.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,973 feet between the two airports. Almirante Padilla 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 Riohacha (RCH) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 291° (west northwest). 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 Almirante Padilla Airport (RCH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.