Travelling from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL): what you need to know
Guadalajara is two hours behind Philadelphia and is in the UTC-6 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PHL to GDL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PHL and GDL:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport flight is R 2,700. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 7,162. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from PHL to GDL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport.
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Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
You'll find PHL at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Philadelphia International Airport, data shows 78.93% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Philadelphia International Airport from central Philadelphia, it takes about 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near PHL? If you've booked an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
Consider booking a hotel near GDL if you're catching a late Philadelphia International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from America, MEX or Routes Car Rentals and see more of Guadalajara and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to central Guadalajara
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central Guadalajara. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Guadalajara in April.
Before locking in your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Guadalajara, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PHL to GDL sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
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, its best attractions include Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology.
Around 467 kilometres east of Guadalajara, Ecatepec de Morelos is another favourite stop in Mexico. Experience major highlights starting with Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
