Travelling from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Guadalajara Airport (GDL): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Guadalajara Airport.
Chicago and Guadalajara are both in the UTC-6 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Every week, there are four Chicago Midway Airport to Guadalajara Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your MDW to GDL flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Getting to Guadalajara (and then seeing more of Mexico!) is a breeze with Volaris. This popular carrier has direct flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Guadalajara Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with Volaris on this route.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for MDW to GDL flights is Volaris.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chicago Midway Airport to Guadalajara Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between MDW and GDL include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
$215 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Chicago Midway Airport to Guadalajara Airport flight. A return flight starts from $515. These prices may change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MDW to GDL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Guadalajara Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Guadalajara Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chicago Midway Airport, 76% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Chicago to Chicago Midway Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Guadalajara Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near MDW:
Arriving at Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
Book a hotel close to GDL if you have a late Chicago Midway Airport to Guadalajara Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Guadalajara Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from America, MEX or Routes Car Rentals and experience more of Guadalajara and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Guadalajara Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Guadalajara Airport (GDL) to central Guadalajara
Guadalajara Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Guadalajara. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Guadalajara Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Guadalajara. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Guadalajara Airport for May if you'd like to explore Guadalajara during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MDW to GDL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be discovered after you've seen Guadalajara. Around 467 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Zócalo, Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Ecatepec de Morelos is another standout destination in Mexico and is around 467 kilometres east of Guadalajara. No journey is complete without visiting Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden.