Travelling from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Guadalajara Airport (GDL): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Guadalajara Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 12 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Guadalajara is UTC-6, which is seven hours behind Madrid.
Choose from six weekly Madrid Airport to Guadalajara Airport flights. The 13:30 departure with Aeromexico is the earliest available. Aeromexico operates the latest service of the day at 14:35.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MAD to GDL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Jetting into Guadalajara (and then seeing more of Mexico!) is a cinch with Aeromexico. This popular airline has direct flights from Madrid Airport to Guadalajara Airport.
Aeromexico is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating MAD to GDL flights is Aeromexico. Its services arrive as scheduled 76.92% of the time.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Madrid Airport to Guadalajara Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between MAD and GDL include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Mexico City Juarez International Airport
Cancun Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
Right now, R 5,931 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Madrid Airport to Guadalajara Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 11,126. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MAD to GDL if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Madrid Airport to Guadalajara Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MAD to GDL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Madrid Airport to Guadalajara Airport.
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
Of the departures from Madrid Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.
To reach Madrid Airport from central Madrid, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near MAD? If you're boarding an early flight from Madrid Airport to Guadalajara Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
If you're arriving on a late Madrid Airport to Guadalajara Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near GDL:
Travel at your own pace with a Guadalajara Airport rental car. Book your wheels from America, MEX or Routes Car Rentals and venture far and wide through Guadalajara and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Guadalajara Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Madrid Airport to Guadalajara Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Guadalajara in March.
The warmest month in Guadalajara is May, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your flights from Madrid Airport to Guadalajara Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAD to GDL sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Mexico waiting to be explored. About 467 kilometres east of Guadalajara, a trip to Mexico City will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Zócalo, Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
If you're eager to discover another side of Mexico, head for Ecatepec de Morelos, roughly 467 kilometres east of Guadalajara. Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden are among its highlights.
