Travelling from London to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL): what you need to know
London has plenty of airports where you can begin your trip. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
Guadalajara is 6 hours behind London. Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is located in Guadalajara, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from London to GDL. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing flights from London to GDL departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The distance from central London to LHR is about 19 miles. Check out Google Maps for the quickest route, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Want a convenient hotel near London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from London to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, browse these options when taking off from London Gatwick Airport:
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour and 26 minutes. The airport is roughly 50 miles away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from London to GDL? Relax in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your adventure officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
About Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
If you have a late flight from London to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near GDL:
Getting from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to central Guadalajara
From Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, Guadalajara is approximately 13 miles away. It takes around 33 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour and 53 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
For a one-way ticket from London to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, £266 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from £526. These are the lowest fares right now and may differ depending on availability.
To find cheap tickets from London to GDL, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' search function to compare the prices of tickets from London to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport across the month. We've highlighted the lowest fares in green, making it easy to choose a flight within your budget.
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The best time to fly from London to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
July is the busiest month for flights from London to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. To skip the crowds, head for Guadalajara in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Guadalajara is May, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your flights from London to GDL in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from London to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport in January when temperatures average between 9ºC and 27ºC.
More about Guadalajara
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Guadalajara right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from London to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Guadalajara.
Complete your Guadalajara trip with a car rental
Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from London to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Guadalajara. Explore the offers and instantly compare your options on price, fuel policies, and more.