Airport Comparison
| GDL | VPS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Eglin Afb/Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | VPS |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | KVPS |
| City | Guadalajara | Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 84 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 30.480000, -86.530000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach (VPS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Eglin Afb/Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport (VPS) in Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach, United States is 2,012 kilometers (1,250 miles / 1,086 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.
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 12:23 in Guadalajara, it's 12:23 in Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,932 feet between the two airports. Eglin Afb/Destin-Ft Walton Beach 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 Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach (VPS) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 241° (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 Eglin Afb/Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport (VPS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.