Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is 5 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Guadalajara is UTC-6, which is one hour ahead of Vancouver.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your YVR to GDL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flair Airlines has direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Guadalajara — and maybe even more of Mexico if you have time.
Flair Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport flight is R 2,459. A return ticket is currently R 4,347. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from YVR to GDL, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
71.77% of flights leaving from Vancouver International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Vancouver International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near YVR. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Vancouver International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GDL instead:
Pick up 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 top outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport around four weeks before you travel.
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.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Guadalajara in April.
When booking your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Guadalajara, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YVR to GDL sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
You've done Guadalajara, now it's time to discover other parts of Mexico. Journey around 467 kilometres east to Mexico City to tick off its must-visit sights. From Zocalo to Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Ecatepec de Morelos is another sought-after destination in Mexico and is around 467 kilometres east of Guadalajara. No journey is complete without seeing Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.