Travelling from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL): what you need to know
Guadalajara is one hour ahead of Santa Ana and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Your SNA to GDL flight 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 when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from John Wayne Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SNA and GDL:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport
Los Cabos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
R 2,427 is currently the lowest price for a one-way John Wayne Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 5,683. These prices can change depending on demand.
To score cheap tickets from SNA to GDL, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from John Wayne Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about John Wayne Airport (SNA)
You'll find SNA at 18601 Airport Way.
81.53% of flights leaving John Wayne Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of SNA.
Central Santa Ana to John Wayne Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near SNA? If you've booked an early flight from John Wayne Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
If you're landing on a late John Wayne Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near GDL:
Grab a Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport rental car and explore Guadalajara and beyond with your own set of wheels. America, MEX and Routes Car Rentals are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to central Guadalajara
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of Guadalajara. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
July is the busiest month for flights from John Wayne Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Guadalajara in April.
The warmest month in Guadalajara is May, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from John Wayne Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SNA to GDL in January. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Guadalajara. Around 467 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Mexico, head for Ecatepec de Morelos, about 467 kilometres east of Guadalajara. Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva are key highlights.
