Flying from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL): What you need to know
Chicago has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL) taking off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
The average time for a direct Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport flight is 4 hours 15 minutes.
Guadalajara's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Chicago. Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport is located in Guadalajara.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL) is the most popular route. There are 24 direct departures a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with Aeromexico at 2:14pm. Go for the first ORD to GDL departure operated by VivaAerobus at 12:30am if you'd rather get going earlier.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Chicago to GDL. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart idea.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can book a direct flight from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL) departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
You can get away on a direct flight from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport with VivaAerobus. This well-known airline offers services from ORD.
Viva Aerobus sees the most traveller bookings for flights from ORD to GDL.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is Aeromexico.
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Chicago to GDL with a stopover. To explore the options departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between ORD and GDL include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Monterrey International Airport (MTY)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
70% of flights departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can book a direct Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL) plane ticket out of Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Decide if leaving from MDW is a better fit for your trip.
Knock a new city off your list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport, here's where you can stop when departing from Chicago Midway International Airport:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to GDL flight:
76% of all departures from Chicago Midway International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
When looking for a plane ticket from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL) out of Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD), you can choose from a few stopover options. Consider making a pit stop at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), one of the most popular transit hubs on this route.
From central Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to arrive by car and 2 hours or so on public transport.
Make catching an early Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your gate without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive without delays. At RFD, that figure is 71%.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near GDL:
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport flight.
Getting from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL) to central Guadalajara
From Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport, central Guadalajara is around 16 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It'll take around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL)
Currently, R 1,254 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,690. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book six months before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Chicago to GDL.
November is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL)
January is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL). Plan your visit to Guadalajara in November if you prefer a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Chicago to GDL plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. May is the warmest month in Guadalajara, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport in January when temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Guadalajara
Start your Guadalajara trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Your visit to Guadalajara wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions that belong on your itinerary include Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Mexico just waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometres east of Guadalajara, a trip to León de los Aldama will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Plaza Principal de León, Museo de Arte E Historia de Guanajuato and Templo de Santo Domingo.
Around 306 kilometres northeast of Guadalajara, San Luis Potosi is another essential stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out Cascada de Tamul, Cathedral of San Luis Potosi and Puente de Dios.
