Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Guadalajara Airport (GDL): what you need to know
Guadalajara's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Guadalajara two hours ahead of San Diego.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your SAN to GDL flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Diego International Airport to Guadalajara Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between SAN and GDL include:
Los Angeles International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Los Cabos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
R 2,272 is currently the lowest price for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Guadalajara Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 6,008. These fares can change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SAN to GDL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from San Diego International Airport to Guadalajara Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SAN to GDL.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from San Diego International Airport to Guadalajara Airport.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.
Of all flights departing from San Diego International Airport, 74% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to San Diego International Airport from central San Diego, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near SAN? If you're boarding an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Guadalajara Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
If you're landing on a late San Diego International Airport to Guadalajara Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near GDL:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Guadalajara Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from America, MEX or Routes Car Rentals and experience more of Guadalajara and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Guadalajara Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Guadalajara Airport (GDL) to central Guadalajara
Guadalajara Airport to central Guadalajara has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Guadalajara Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Guadalajara. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from San Diego International Airport to Guadalajara Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Guadalajara, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SAN to GDL in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Mexico you'll want to see. About 467 kilometres east of Guadalajara, a visit to Mexico City will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Zócalo, Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Ecatepec de Morelos is another must-experience destination in Mexico and is around 467 kilometres east of Guadalajara. No journey is complete without seeing Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden.