Travelling from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is located in Guadalajara. Following the UTC+7 timezone, Bangkok is 13 hours ahead of Guadalajara.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your GDL to Bangkok flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Travelling from central Guadalajara to GDL takes about 1 hour 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near GDL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Bangkok or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Of the flights that depart from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, 71.31% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to Bangkok
The best price we've found for a one-way Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Bangkok flight is C$752. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,406. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from GDL to Bangkok, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to the centre of Bangkok takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Bangkok, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near BKK:
Follow your own route with a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and venture far and wide through Bangkok and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from GDL to Bangkok can help you secure the lowest rate.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is around 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. Once you've disembarked your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Bangkok, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
After stepping off your GDL to Bangkok flight, settle in at a hotel close to DMK. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Chic Car Rent, asap car rental and Hertz make collecting a Don Mueang International Airport rental car simple. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from DMK three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Bangkok. The city comes alive in high season, but hotel prices are often higher and major attractions can get crowded. Visit Bangkok in the low season if you like a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Bangkok flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GDL to Bangkok in December when temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Bangkok, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Wat Arun, Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew are popular attractions which should feature on every Bangkok itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
You've done Bangkok, now it's time to discover other parts of Thailand. Journey around 467 kilometres north-east to Udon Thani to tick off its leading sights. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 225 kilometres north-east of Bangkok, Nakhon Ratchasima is another essential stop in Thailand. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Art and Culture Centre, Vongchavalitkul University, Wat Pa Salwan (Burapha Chan Chedi) and บ้านสวนเกษตรอินทรีย์ (บ้านสวนในซอย).