Airport Comparison
| GDL | SYP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Ruben Cantu Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | SYP |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | MPSA |
| City | Guadalajara | Santiago |
| Country | Mexico | Panama |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Panama |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 272 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 8.090000, -80.950000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Santiago (SYP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Ruben Cantu Airport (SYP) in Santiago, Panama is 2,772 kilometers (1,722 miles / 1,497 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 117°.
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 21:45 in Guadalajara, it's 22:45 in Santiago.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,744 feet between the two airports. Ruben Cantu 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 Santiago (SYP) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 302° (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 Ruben Cantu Airport (SYP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.