Flying from Frankfurt to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Frankfurt to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL). Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are the main airports in Frankfurt.
The timezone in Guadalajara is UTC-6, which is 7 hours behind Frankfurt. Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is located in Guadalajara.
To ensure you catch your flight from Frankfurt to GDL, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
We make it a breeze to book a flight from Frankfurt to GDL that includes a stopover. To see the options leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers between FRA and GDL include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
From the centre of Frankfurt, FRA is around 14 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to get there.
Want a convenient hotel near Frankfurt Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Split up your flight from Frankfurt to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and GDL include:
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in around 2 hours and 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 121 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Frankfurt to GDL? Unwind in a hotel near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
About Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
If you have a late flight from Frankfurt to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near GDL:
Getting from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to central Guadalajara
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Guadalajara. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 33 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 53 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
For a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, $1,289 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from $1,355. These are currently the lowest fares and may differ based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get flight tickets from Frankfurt to GDL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Frankfurt 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 the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your flights from Frankfurt to GDL in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Travel in January if you want cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 9ºC and 27ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Frankfurt to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport.
More about Guadalajara
Start your Guadalajara trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Guadalajara Cathedral and Teatro Degollado are a couple of major attractions to put on your Guadalajara itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Portales Tlaquepaque Park.
Complete your Guadalajara trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Guadalajara and see the city on your own terms. Easily compare rates from trusted providers in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Frankfurt to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport.