Traveling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL): what you need to know
The timezone in Guadalajara is UTC-6, which is six hours behind London.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LGW to GDL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Traveling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Pick a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. Cancun International Airport is a top stopover on the LGW to GDL route.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
$390 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport flight. Return flights start from $757. These fares can change based on demand.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from LGW to GDL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Of the flights that depart from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% arrive on time at their destination.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is around 50 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your vacation off to a hassle-free start by staying near LGW. Whether you have an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Gatwick Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GDL instead:
Get your adventure underway 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 secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport about four weeks before traveling.
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 get to the center driving.
It takes around 1 hour 55 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
July is the busiest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Guadalajara in April.
Lock in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport for May if you'd like to visit Guadalajara during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 59ºF and 95ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from LGW to GDL in January if you like traveling in 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 discovered once you've taken in the sights of Guadalajara. Around 290 miles away to the east, check out popular attractions including Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology.
Around 290 miles east of Guadalajara, Ecatepec de Morelos is another essential stop in Mexico. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.
