Flying from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Guadalajara Airport (GDL): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Miami International Airport to Guadalajara Airport is 4 hours.
Guadalajara is one hour behind Miami and is in the UTC-6 timezone.
There are four Miami International Airport to Guadalajara Airport flights each week to choose from.
Your MIA to GDL flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Volaris has direct flights from Miami International Airport to Guadalajara Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Guadalajara — and maybe even more of Mexico if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Volaris on this route.
Volaris tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for MIA to GDL flights, with 81.82% of services arriving on schedule.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Miami International Airport to Guadalajara Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MIA and GDL:
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Mexico City Juarez International Airport
Cancun Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
R 1,183 is the lowest price for a one-way Miami International Airport to Guadalajara Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 4,231. These fares may change depending on availability.
Get cheap tickets from MIA to GDL by booking at least 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Miami International Airport to Guadalajara Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Miami International Airport (MIA)
MIA is located at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
When it comes to Miami International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Miami International Airport from central Miami, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Miami International Airport to Guadalajara Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near MIA:
Arriving at Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Miami International Airport to Guadalajara Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near GDL instead:
Grab a Guadalajara Airport rental car and explore Guadalajara and beyond with your own wheels. America, MEX and Routes Car Rentals are top outlets to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Guadalajara Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Guadalajara Airport (GDL) to central Guadalajara
Guadalajara Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Guadalajara. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Miami International Airport to Guadalajara Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Guadalajara in March.
The warmest month in Guadalajara is May, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Miami International Airport to Guadalajara Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MIA to GDL around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be discovered once you've seen Guadalajara. Around 467 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Zócalo, Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Mexico, head for Ecatepec de Morelos, about 467 kilometres east of Guadalajara. Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden are among the biggest draws.
