Travelling from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL): What you need to know
Put your holiday plans into action by working out where you'll board your flight from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the main airports in Chicago.
4 hours 20 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport flight.
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is located in Guadalajara. The city follows the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour behind Chicago.
The busiest route is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL), with 22 direct services every week. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from ORD to GDL is the 12:30am VivaAerobus option. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the last departure is at 2:14pm with Aeromexico.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to GDL, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
With more people on the move during high season, it's wise to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) depart from this terminal.
You'll have your pick of airlines that offer direct flights from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport departing from ORD. Book your ticket with one of these:
The preferred choice for passengers flying between ORD and GDL is Volaris.
Among carriers on this route, Aeromexico has the best record for on-time arrivals.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Chicago to GDL leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
Located around 40 kms (25 miles) from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels close to O'Hare International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% land on time at their destination.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can book a direct Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) plane ticket with departures from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Work out whether departing from MDW makes the most sense for you.
Volaris operates direct flights from Chicago to GDL out of MDW. Book your favourite window seat and reach your destination in one go.
Volaris is the most popular choice for passengers flying from MDW to GDL.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. Check out these connections between Chicago Midway International Airport and GDL:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
MDW is around 19 kms (12 miles) from central Chicago. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Chicago to GDL flight? Relax in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77.88%.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Whether just for an hour or a weekend, a stopover can make your entire trip feel a bit less hectic. When flying out of Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD), you can book a plane ticket from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) stopping at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
RFD is roughly 137 kms (85 miles) from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll get to the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rating of RFD is 76.19%. In other words, that's how frequently flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.
The street address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near GDL:
Grab a Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport rental car and discover Guadalajara and beyond with your own wheels. America, MEX and Routes Car Rentals are leading providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport flight.
Getting from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to central Guadalajara
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to the centre of Guadalajara is roughly 11 miles. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is £53. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £165. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To snag cheap flights from Chicago to GDL, book your plane ticket six months ahead of your departure date.
The best month for scoring cheap Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on plane tickets from Chicago to GDL.
Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. Pick the departure times, carriers and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to go to Guadalajara. July is when most people book flights from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Book a Chicago to GDL plane ticket departing in May if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Guadalajara to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January has temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Guadalajara
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Guadalajara:
Catedral and Centro Histórico de Guadalajara are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Guadalajara must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Explore more of Mexico
León de los Aldama is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be discovered after you've seen Guadalajara. Around 177 kms (110 miles) away to the east, check out popular attractions including Ecoturismo & Aventuras de México, Plaza Principal de León and Museo de Arte E Historia de Guanajuato.
Around 306 kms (190 miles) north-east of Guadalajara, San Luis Potosi is another favourite stop in Mexico. Start your sightseeing at Huasteca Potosina, Cascada de Tamul and Cathedral of San Luis Potosi.
