Airport Comparison
| GDL | SAF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Santa Fe Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | SAF |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | KSAF |
| City | Guadalajara | Santa Fe |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 6,349 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 35.600000, -106.100000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Santa Fe (SAF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Santa Fe Regional Airport (SAF) in Santa Fe, United States is 1,699 kilometers (1,056 miles / 917 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north at a heading of 351°.
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 United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:43 in Guadalajara, it's 12:43 in Santa Fe.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,333 feet between the two airports. Santa Fe Regional Airport sits higher 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 Santa Fe (SAF) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 170° (south). 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 Santa Fe Regional Airport (SAF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.