Cheap flights from Guadalajara (GDL)

Mexico's third-busiest airport and Jalisco's gateway

Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International, known simply as GDL, is Mexico's third-busiest airport and the main hub for Jalisco state, sitting about 16 km south of central Guadalajara. It's a major Volaris and VivaAerobus base alongside Aeroméxico's significant operation, with extensive domestic, US and Canadian service. Major routes include Mexico City, Tijuana, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas and Vancouver.

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Airlines flying from Guadalajara (GDL)

Major carriers: Aeroméxico, Volaris, VivaAerobus, American Airlines, United, Delta. Low-cost carriers: Volaris, VivaAerobus.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines have hubs at GDL?
Volaris is the largest carrier at Guadalajara, treating it as a primary hub, with VivaAerobus a strong second and Aeroméxico Connect maintaining a major operation. American, United, Delta and Air Canada all run substantial transborder service. Flightmussy compares every one of them on a free 12-month heatmap.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Guadalajara?
Late January to early March and most of September are typically softest from GDL. Holy Week, Mexican summer holidays and Christmas push prices up. The Flightmussy 12-month fare heatmap shows the cheapest week across all carriers in a single view, free, no signup required.
How far is GDL from central Guadalajara?
GDL is about 16 km south of the city, typically 25 to 40 minutes by taxi, rideshare or the airport bus depending on traffic. It's a relatively compact single-terminal airport with separate domestic and international concourses, so connections and security move quickly.
Can I get to Tequila town from GDL?
Yes. Tequila town is roughly 75 km west of the airport, about an hour by car via Highway 15. Many visitors fly into GDL specifically for Tequila tours. Flightmussy lets you compare all GDL fares for free on a 12-month heatmap so you can pick a cheap weekend window.

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