Travelling from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Los Angeles and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.
Los Angeles is two hours behind Guadalajara, where Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport is located. Los Angeles follows the UTC-8 timezone.
With 56 weekly flights between the two airports, Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the most popular route. VivaAerobus operates the earliest flight at 05:45. If you're eager to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest departure from GDL to LAX is with VivaAerobus at 20:45.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your GDL to Los Angeles flight.
Flying during a popular month such as January? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Start your journey at GDL and travel nonstop to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Los Angeles tickets.
Well-known carriers that offer direct flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Los Angeles include:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for plane tickets from GDL to Los Angeles, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR)
Travelling from central Guadalajara to GDL takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near GDL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Los Angeles or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
77% of flights that depart Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL) to Los Angeles
The best price we've seen for a one-way Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Los Angeles flight is ₹ 9,507. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 18,410. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap flights from GDL to Los Angeles, reserve your trip one month before your departure.
Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Los Angeles tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is roughly 29 kilometres. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Los Angeles. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from GDL to Los Angeles.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is about 29 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. Once you've disembarked your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Los Angeles, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Following your GDL to Los Angeles flight, kick back at a hotel near VNY. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from VNY a few weeks in advance so you can simply grab the keys and get going.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
December is the quietest month for flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Los Angeles, while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Los Angeles based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Los Angeles plane ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from GDL to Los Angeles in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about Los Angeles
After booking your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Los Angeles, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Universal Studios Hollywood, Hollywood Sign and Hollywood Bowl are attractions you won't want to skip in Los Angeles.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. About 177 kilometres southeast of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
San Jose is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 499 kilometres northwest of Los Angeles. No trip is complete without visiting Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
