Direct (nonstop) flights from Mexicali to Guadalajara

1 airline flys nonstop from General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada International (MXL) to Guadalajara International Airport (GDL). It's 1,112 miles (1,789 km), about 2h 42m in the air. Operated by Volaris.

MXL
General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada International
🇲🇽 Mexicali, Mexico
GDL
Guadalajara International Airport
🇲🇽 Guadalajara, Mexico
Flight Time
2h 42m
Distance
1,112 mi
1,789 km
CO₂/pax
188 kg
−44 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Volaris
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Volaris Volaris

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Volaris Y4 Volaris
Route
MXL → GDL
Flight Time
2h 42m
Distance
1,112 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Mexicali to Guadalajara with one stop · direct emits 188 kg CO₂ per passenger

MXL LMM (Los Mochis) GDL
Leg 1: 1h 37m (606 mi) Leg 2: 1h 34m (511 mi) Total: ~3h 11m 🍃 232 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXL → LMM
1h 37m · 606 mi
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Leg 2
LMM → GDL
1h 34m · 511 mi
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MXL CUL (Culiacan) GDL
Leg 1: 1h 49m (718 mi) Leg 2: 1h 23m (395 mi) Total: ~3h 12m 🍃 231 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXL → CUL
1h 49m · 718 mi
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Leg 2
CUL → GDL
1h 23m · 395 mi
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MXL HMO (Hermosillo) GDL
Leg 1: 1h 10m (349 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (764 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 231 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXL → HMO
1h 10m · 349 mi
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Leg 2
HMO → GDL
2h 5m · 764 mi
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MXL PVR (Puerto Vallarta) GDL
Leg 1: 2h 31m (1,028 mi) Leg 2: 57m (126 mi) Total: ~3h 28m 🍃 222 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXL → PVR
2h 31m · 1,028 mi
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Leg 2
PVR → GDL
57m · 126 mi
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MXL SJD (San Jose Cabo) GDL
Leg 1: 1h 57m (734 mi) Leg 2: 1h 32m (449 mi) Total: ~3h 29m 🍃 244 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXL → SJD
1h 57m · 734 mi
View MXL to SJD flights →
Leg 2
SJD → GDL
1h 32m · 449 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Mexicali to Guadalajara?

A nonstop flight from Mexicali (MXL) to Guadalajara (GDL) takes approximately 2 hours and 42 minutes. The distance is 1,112 miles (1,789 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Mexicali to Guadalajara?

Just Volaris.

Is there a nonstop flight from Mexicali to Guadalajara?

Yes. 1 airline: Volaris.

How far is Mexicali from Guadalajara?

The flight distance from Mexicali to Guadalajara is 1,112 miles (1,789 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Mexicali to Guadalajara?

At 2h 42m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Mexicali to Guadalajara?

Roughly 188 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 940 km.

Is the return flight from Guadalajara to Mexicali also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Mexicali to Guadalajara?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.