Flying from Frankfurt to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL): What you need to know
The timezone in Guadalajara is UTC-6, which is seven hours behind Frankfurt. Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport is located in Guadalajara.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Frankfurt to GDL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling over a peak time such as September? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Frankfurt to GDL. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
FRA is about 11 kms (7 miles) from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Frankfurt Airport:
74% of flights leaving from Frankfurt Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)
On public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in about 2 hours 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 121 kms (75 miles) away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Frankfurt to GDL flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Frankfurt Hahn Airport:
Flights from Frankfurt Hahn Airport are known for their punctuality, with 82% of them arriving as expected.
About Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL)
Reserve a hotel near GDL if you have a late flight from Frankfurt to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around four weeks before your Frankfurt to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport flight.
Getting from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL) to central Guadalajara
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport is around 16 kms (10 miles) from the centre of Guadalajara. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL)
At the moment, £314 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £612. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Frankfurt to GDL, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Frankfurt to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL)
November is the quietest month for flights from Frankfurt to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL), while January is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Guadalajara based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Guadalajara is May, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your Frankfurt to GDL plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 27ºC.
More about Guadalajara
Start your Guadalajara trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Frankfurt to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Guadalajara itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
León de los Aldama is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've seen Guadalajara. Around 177 kms (110 miles) away to the east, popular attractions include Plaza Principal de León, Museo de Arte E Historia de Guanajuato and Templo de Santo Domingo.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Mexico, consider San Luis Potosi, roughly 306 kms (190 miles) northeast of Guadalajara. Cascada de Tamul, Cathedral of San Luis Potosi and Puente de Dios are highlights.
