Travelling from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL): what you need to know
Guadalajara's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Guadalajara one hour ahead of Kelowna.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your YLW to GDL flight.
During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
R 3,487 is currently the best price for a one-way Kelowna International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 9,333. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
It's often best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from YLW to GDL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Kelowna International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
When it comes to Kelowna International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 60.54% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Kelowna to Kelowna International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Kelowna International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to YLW:
Arriving at Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
Book a hotel close to GDL if you have a late Kelowna International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from America, MEX or Routes Car Rentals and explore beyond Guadalajara's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to central Guadalajara
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to the centre of Guadalajara has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Kelowna International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Guadalajara in April.
When reserving your flight from Kelowna International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, consider 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 YLW to GDL around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Mexico just waiting to be discovered. About 467 kilometres east of Guadalajara, a trip to Mexico City will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology.
Ecatepec de Morelos is another well-known destination in Mexico and is around 467 kilometres east of Guadalajara. No journey is complete without visiting Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
