Flying from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from El Dorado International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 5 hours 15 minutes.
Guadalajara's timezone is UTC-6, making Guadalajara one hour behind Bogota.
Leave plenty of time to catch your BOG to GDL flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Traveling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
VivaAerobus is your gateway to exploring Guadalajara (and maybe even some other great corners of Mexico!). Check out the direct flights from El Dorado International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport offered by this airline.
VivaAerobus has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Among carriers operating BOG to GDL flights, VivaAerobus has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from El Dorado International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BOG and GDL:
Benito Juarez International Airport
Cancun International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
Currently, $129 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way El Dorado International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $275. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from BOG to GDL by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from El Dorado International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Save time looking for cheap flights from BOG to GDL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from El Dorado International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Of the departures from El Dorado International Airport, 72.09% land on time at their destination.
El Dorado International Airport is around 8 miles from central Bogota. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near BOG. Whether you have an early flight from El Dorado International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late El Dorado International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport flight. Reserve 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 and explore beyond Guadalajara's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.
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 35 minutes to reach the center by car.
It typically takes 1 hour 55 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
July is the busiest month for flights from El Dorado International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Guadalajara in April.
The warmest month in Guadalajara is May, with temperatures ranging between 59ºF and 95ºF. Book your flights from El Dorado International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from BOG to GDL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 48ºF and 81ºF on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored after you've experienced Guadalajara. Around 290 miles away to the east, check out popular attractions including Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology.
Ecatepec de Morelos is another standout destination in Mexico and is around 290 miles east of Guadalajara. No trip is complete without dropping by Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.