Flying from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Guadalajara Airport (GDL): what you need to know
The timezone in Guadalajara is UTC-6, which is seven hours behind Amsterdam.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your AMS to GDL flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Guadalajara Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between AMS and GDL include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Mexico City Juarez International Airport
Cancun Airport
Handy information about Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
When it comes to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Amsterdam Schiphol Airport from central Amsterdam, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 20 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Guadalajara Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to AMS:
Arriving at Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Guadalajara Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near GDL instead:
Pick up a Guadalajara Airport rental car and discover Guadalajara and beyond with your own set of wheels. America, MEX and Routes Car Rentals are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Guadalajara Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Guadalajara Airport (GDL) to central Guadalajara
From Guadalajara Airport, Guadalajara is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Guadalajara Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Guadalajara in March.
When reserving your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Guadalajara Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Guadalajara, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AMS to GDL in January. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've seen Guadalajara. Around 467 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Zócalo, Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Mexico, consider Ecatepec de Morelos, about 467 kilometres east of Guadalajara. Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden are key reasons to visit.