Airport Comparison
| GDL | SSI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | St Simons Island Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | SSI |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | KSSI |
| City | Guadalajara | St Simons Island |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 19 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 31.150000, -81.390000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to St Simons Island (SSI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to St Simons Island Airport (SSI) in St Simons Island, United States is 2,485 kilometers (1,544 miles / 1,342 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east northeast at a heading of 57°.
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 12:08 in Guadalajara, it's 13:08 in St Simons Island.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,997 feet between the two airports. St Simons Island 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 St Simons Island (SSI) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 247° (west 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 St Simons Island Airport (SSI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.