Airport Comparison
| GDL | VRA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | VRA |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | MUVR |
| City | Guadalajara | Varadero |
| Country | Mexico | Cuba |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Havana |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 210 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 23.030000, -81.440000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Varadero (VRA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport (VRA) in Varadero, Cuba is 2,273 kilometers (1,413 miles / 1,228 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east at a heading of 79°.
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 Cuba. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 22:56 in Guadalajara, it's 23:56 in Varadero.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,806 feet between the two airports. Juan Gualberto Gomez 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 Varadero (VRA) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 267° (west). 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 Juan Gualberto Gomez International Airport (VRA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.