Travelling from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL) to Seoul: what you need to know
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport is located in Guadalajara. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Seoul is 15 hours ahead of Guadalajara.
Leave plenty of time to get on your GDL to Seoul flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time like January? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from GDL to Seoul, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
GDL is around 18 kilometres from central Guadalajara. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near GDL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Seoul or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Of the flights that depart from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport (GDL) to Seoul
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Seoul flight is RM2,157. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM4,220. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from GDL to Seoul. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Seoul across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from GDL to Seoul by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
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Airports in Seoul
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The distance from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to ICN if you're coming in on a late flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Seoul. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Seoul Incheon International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from GDL to Seoul.
Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is roughly 16 kilometres from central Seoul. After your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Seoul, it'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
The trip will take about 35 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to GMP. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your GDL to Seoul flight:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from GMP one week in advance often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Seoul. January is the busiest month to visit Seoul. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in December.
Lock in a Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Seoul plane ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from GDL to Seoul in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Seoul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Seoul right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara Intl Airport to Seoul:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are leading attractions which should be on every Seoul itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of South Korea you should also see. Around 322 kilometres southeast of Seoul, a visit to Busan will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge.
Daegu is another essential stop in South Korea and is around 241 kilometres southeast of Seoul. No journey is complete without a visit to Alive Aquarium Daegu, Nature Park and Seonsa Historical Park.