Airport Comparison
| GDL | RKP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Aransas County Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | RKP |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | KRKP |
| City | Guadalajara | Rockport |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 24 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 28.090000, -97.040000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Rockport (RKP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Aransas County Airport (RKP) in Rockport, United States is 1,054 kilometers (655 miles / 569 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
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 12:13 in Guadalajara, it's 12:13 in Rockport.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,992 feet between the two airports. Aransas 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 Rockport (RKP) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 218° (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 Aransas County Airport (RKP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.