Travelling from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to Mexicali Airport (MXL): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Mexicali Airport.
You can choose from 21 weekly Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Mexicali Airport flights. The 05:54 departure with Volaris is the earliest flight available. Volaris operates the latest service of the day at 22:42.
Give yourself enough time to catch your GDL to MXL flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Mexicali (and then seeing more of Mexico!) is a cinch with Volaris. This popular airline offers direct flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Mexicali Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Volaris on this route.
If you want to explore a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Mexicali Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport is a sought-after stop between GDL and MXL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to Mexicali Airport (MXL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Mexicali Airport flight is £47. A return fare is currently £89. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book seven months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from GDL to MXL.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Mexicali Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
71.31% of flights that depart Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Guadalajara to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is around 13 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 55 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to GDL? If you've booked an early flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Mexicali Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Mexicali Airport (MXL)
Once your Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Mexicali Airport flight has touched down, unwind and relax at a nearby hotel. Preciosa Casa Para 10 Personas is a convenient option within easy reach of MXL.
Hit the road running by picking up a Mexicali Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Firefly, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar to explore Mexicali and beyond.
To get the best possible deal, reserve your vehicle from Mexicali Airport a few weeks in advance. Rates typically rise closer to your day of departure.
Getting from Mexicali Airport (MXL) to central Mexicali
From Mexicali Airport, Mexicali is approximately 14 miles away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Mexicali Airport (MXL)
The quietest month for a flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Mexicali Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Mexicali based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Mexicali Airport for July if you want to visit Mexicali during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 27ºC (81ºF) and 46ºC (115ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from GDL to MXL in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Tijuana is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Mexicali. Around 90 miles away to the west, well-known attractions include Avenida Revolucion, Tijuana Cultural Centre and Tijuana Arch.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Mexico, head for Ensenada, roughly 85 miles south-west of Mexicali. Colinas de San Carlos, WALIN and Guillermo Valencia are among its highlights.