Airport Comparison
| GDL | WVL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport | Waterville Robert Lafleur Airport |
| IATA Code | GDL | WVL |
| ICAO Code | MMGL | KWVL |
| City | Guadalajara | Waterville |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft | 333 ft |
| Coordinates | 20.520000, -103.310000 | 44.530000, -69.680000 |
Guadalajara (GDL) to Waterville (WVL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Don Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara, Mexico to Waterville Robert Lafleur Airport (WVL) in Waterville, United States is 4,081 kilometers (2,536 miles / 2,204 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
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 18:10 in Waterville.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,683 feet between the two airports. Waterville Robert Lafleur 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 Waterville (WVL) to Guadalajara (GDL) follows a heading of 240° (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 Waterville Robert Lafleur Airport (WVL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.