Flying from Melbourne to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL): What you need to know
The timezone in Guadalajara is UTC-6, which is 17 hours behind Melbourne. Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport is located in Guadalajara.
Your flight from Melbourne to GDL won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like December and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Melbourne to GDL even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to explore stopover cities along the route. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is an option when flying out of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
Of all flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 68% arrive on time at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
On public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to GDL flight is far easier when you stay near Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel gives you a head start on the journey.
Most flights that leave Avalon Airport reach their destination within the expected time frame. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL)
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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 get to the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport is R 12,221. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 18,004. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Melbourne to GDL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Melbourne to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL). December is when most people visit Guadalajara. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in September.
The warmest month in Guadalajara is May, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to GDL plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport in January when temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Guadalajara
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Guadalajara right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport:
Your trip to Guadalajara won't be complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions that belong on your itinerary include Guadalajara Cathedral, Centro Histórico de Guadalajara and Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Explore more of Mexico
León de los Aldama is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've seen Guadalajara. Around 177 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Ecoturismo & Aventuras de México, Plaza Principal de León and Museo de Arte E Historia de Guanajuato.
Around 306 kilometres northeast of Guadalajara, San Luis Potosi is another essential stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out Huasteca Potosina, Cascada de Tamul and Cathedral of San Luis Potosi.
