Airport Comparison
| GDL | SMX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Field |
| IATA Code | GDL | SMX |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | KSMX |
| City | Guadalajara | Santa Maria |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 261 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 34.900000, -120.460000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Santa Maria (SMX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Field (SMX) in Santa Maria, United States is 2,318 kilometers (1,441 miles / 1,252 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 317°.
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 16:23 in Guadalajara, it's 14:23 in Santa Maria.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,755 feet between the two airports. Santa Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Field 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 Santa Maria (SMX) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 129° (southeast). 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 Maria Pub/Capt G Allan Hancock Field (SMX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.