Airport Comparison
| GDL | VLN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Arturo Michelena International Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | VLN |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | SVVA |
| City | Guadalajara | Valencia |
| Country | Mexico | Venezuela |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Caracas |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 1,411 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 10.150000, -67.930000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Valencia (VLN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Arturo Michelena International Airport (VLN) in Valencia, Venezuela is 3,955 kilometers (2,458 miles / 2,136 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 102°.
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 Venezuela. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:12 in Guadalajara, it's 14:12 in Valencia.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,605 feet between the two airports. Arturo Michelena International 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 Valencia (VLN) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 291° (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 Arturo Michelena International Airport (VLN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.