Airport Comparison
| GDL | RFP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Raiatea Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | RFP |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | NTTR |
| City | Guadalajara | Uturoa |
| Country | Mexico | French Polynesia |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Pacific/Tahiti |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 3 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | -16.720000, -151.470000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Uturoa (RFP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Raiatea Airport (RFP) in Uturoa, French Polynesia is 6,690 kilometers (4,157 miles / 3,612 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southwest at a heading of 235°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Mexico with French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:14 in Guadalajara, it's 03:14 in Uturoa. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,013 feet between the two airports. Raiatea 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 Uturoa (RFP) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 54° (northeast). 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 Raiatea Airport (RFP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.