Airport Comparison
| GDL | TVL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Lake Tahoe Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | TVL |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | KTVL |
| City | Guadalajara | South Lake Tahoe |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 6,268 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 38.890000, -120.000000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to South Lake Tahoe (TVL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL) in South Lake Tahoe, United States is 2,593 kilometers (1,611 miles / 1,400 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.
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 17:10 in Guadalajara, it's 15:10 in South Lake Tahoe.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,252 feet between the two airports. Lake Tahoe 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 South Lake Tahoe (TVL) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 137° (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 Lake Tahoe Airport (TVL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.