Airport Comparison
| GDL | RIH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Cap Scarlet R. Martínez L. Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | RIH |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | MPSM |
| City | Guadalajara | Río Hato |
| Country | Mexico | Panama |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Panama |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 105 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 8.380000, -80.130000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Río Hato (RIH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Cap Scarlet R. Martínez L. Airport (RIH) in Río Hato, Panama is 2,832 kilometers (1,760 miles / 1,529 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 115°.
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 Panama. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:19 in Guadalajara, it's 16:19 in Río Hato.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,911 feet between the two airports. Cap Scarlet R. Martínez L. 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 Río Hato (RIH) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 301° (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 Cap Scarlet R. Martínez L. Airport (RIH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.