About Guadalajara Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)

Also known as Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, Guadalajara International Airport serves Mexico's second-largest city Guadalajara, and is one of the country's busiest air facilities. Our Guadalajara International Airport guide is packed with useful information about the airport, including details of terminal facilities, public transport access and nearby accommodation options.

Information:

A telephone information service (tel: +52 33 3688 5120) is available. For airport information once within the terminal buildings, passengers should go to the help desk of the airline with which they are flying. There is also a tourist information desk, which offers a hotel booking service.

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Driving directions:

To reach the airport from Guadalajara, take Highway 23 in the direction of Chapala - the highway leads directly to the airport, which is around 15km (10 miles) from Chapala. The total drive time from Guadalajara to the airport is approximately 30 minutes.

Transfer between terminals:

The domestic and international terminals are located a short walk apart.

Public Transport

Public transport road:

Shuttle:The airport Servicio Colectivo airport minibus meets all flights outside the main terminal building and takes passengers to the city centre every hour (journey time: 35 minutes; fare: around MX$120). Tickets are available for purchase at the booths outside the arrivals areas.

Taxi:Authorised taxis are available at both terminals (tel: +52 33 3688 6002): these can be paid for and reserved at counters in Arrivals. Fares are fixed on a zonal basis and cost from MX$250-300 for the 30-minute trip into the city.

Terminal facilities

Money:

There are several ATMs within the airport complex. Currency exchange services can be found at two kiosks.

Food:

There is a selection of restaurants, fast food outlets and bars within the airport terminals.

Shopping:

There are several shops at the airport, including a duty-free outlet in the Departures area.

Luggage:

There is no left-luggage facility at the airport. For lost items, contact the airport's main number (tel: +52 33 3688 5248) or enquire at the relevant airline help desk. A baggage wrapping service is available within the terminals.

Other:

There is an on-site travel agency to assist with accommodation and tour bookings.

Airport facilities

Conference and business:

Four VIP lounges are available, including one for American Express cardholders. Meeting facilities are available in city hotels, the nearest of which is the Hampton Inn (tel: +52 33 3164 1800; www.hamptoninn3.hilton.com).

Communication Facilities:

Paid-for Wi-Fi internet access is available throughout Guadalajara International Airport. Additionally, free Wi-Fi is available for customers at several cafés and restaurants. A post office is also located on the airport site.

Disabled facilities:

Guadalajara International Airport is equipped with lifts, adapted telephones and disabled toilets. Disabled parking spaces are available in the car parking areas. Any passengers who may require additional assistance are advised to contact their airline before travelling.

Car parking:

Car parking is available opposite Terminal 1, with short- and long-term spaces available.

Car rental:

Car hire companies: Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, National, Sixt and Thrifty are represented at the airport, along with a number of local operators.