Travelling from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL): what you need to know
Guadalajara is one hour behind Birmingham and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Your BHM to GDL flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BHM and GDL:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
Right now, R 5,953 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 10,689. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BHM to GDL if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
The address for BHM is 5900 Airport Highway.
80.37% of flights leaving Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, delays are unlikely when setting off from BHM.
Central Birmingham to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is around 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near BHM. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near GDL instead:
Grab a Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport rental car and explore Guadalajara and beyond with your own wheels. America, MEX and Routes Car Rentals are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to central Guadalajara
From Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, Guadalajara is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Guadalajara. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport for May if you want to visit Guadalajara during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHM to GDL in January. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Guadalajara, now it's time to discover other corners of Mexico. Journey about 467 kilometres east to Mexico City to check off its top sights. From Zocalo to Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Ecatepec de Morelos is another favourite destination in Mexico and is around 467 kilometres east of Guadalajara. No journey is complete without seeing Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.