Flying from Rome to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL): What you need to know
Rome has a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Explore your options for booking a flight from Rome to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is located in Guadalajara. The city is in the UTC-6 timezone and is seven hours behind Rome.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Rome to GDL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Rome to GDL departing from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Popular options include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Travelling from central Rome to FCO takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kms (20 miles) in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Rome to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the answer:
Of the flights that depart from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% land on schedule at their destination.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 18 kms (11 miles) away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Rome to GDL flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.18%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
About Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rome to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GDL instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from America, MEX or Routes Car Rentals to explore Guadalajara and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Rome to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport flight.
Getting from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to central Guadalajara
The centre of Guadalajara is roughly 11 miles from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before you go.
It takes around 1 hour 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
At the moment, £263 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £553. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Rome to GDL. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Cheap Rome to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Rome to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL). July is when most people travel to Guadalajara. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in April.
When booking your Rome to GDL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Guadalajara, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Rome to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport in January when temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Guadalajara
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Guadalajara right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Rome to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport:
You'll find loads of exciting things to do in Guadalajara when you're ready to sightsee. Head straight for Catedral followed by Centro Histórico de Guadalajara and Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Mexico waiting to be explored. Around 177 kms (110 miles) east of Guadalajara, a visit to León de los Aldama will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Ecoturismo & Aventuras de México, Plaza Principal de León and Museo de Arte E Historia de Guanajuato.
San Luis Potosi is another well-known destination in Mexico and is around 306 kms (190 miles) north-east of Guadalajara. No trip is complete without experiencing Huasteca Potosina, Cascada de Tamul and Cathedral of San Luis Potosi.
