Guadalajara to Denver (GDL–DEN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
F96960
F9 Frontier
32N
7:02 AM
CST T1
10:30 AM
MDT
3h 28m
M T W T F S S
Prices
Y41760
Y4 Volaris
A20N
7:02 AM
CST T1
10:30 AM
MDT
3h 28m
M T W T F S S
Prices
F96961
F9 Frontier
A20N
12:00 PM
MDT
3:25 PM
CST
3h 25m
M T W T F S S
Prices
Y41761
Y4 Volaris
320
12:00 PM
MDT
3:25 PM
CST
3h 25m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Guadalajara to Denver
2 carriers, 14 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 14 Flights/wk 1,339 mi 3h 28m nonstop 45 1-stop hubs

GDL–DEN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Frontier and Volaris lead the route. The flight covers 1,339 miles in approximately 3h 28m. Beyond nonstop, 45 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop GDL–DEN service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
F9 Frontier 7 32N 3h28
Y4 Volaris 7 A20N 3h28
Aircraft on this route
32N Airbus A320neo – F9
A20NY4
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: F9 + Y4 (14 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, GDL to DEN direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
14
Outbound / wk
14
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for GDL to DEN.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
45
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~33h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,646
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
GDL → DEN
86%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
86%
Return
DEN → GDL
74%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
74%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DEN delays →

Other ways to reach Denver from Guadalajara

Nearby airports with service to Denver International Airport.
Metric GDL→DEN PVR→DEN
Distance from GDL 126 mi
Nonstop airlines 2 4
Weekly flights 14 30
Flight time 3h 28m 3h 12m
Airports within 200 miles of GDL with service to Denver International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Denver is 0 hours the same as Guadalajara.
GDL: CST · DEN: MDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Guadalajara, it's 6:00 PM in Denver.
Distance & Flight Time
1,339 mi / 2,154 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 28m.
Visa & Entry

Mexican passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. The visa is obtained through a US embassy or consulate and requires an in-person interview. B1/B2 visas are typically issued for 10 years with stays of up to 6 months per entry.

For land crossings within the border zone, a Border Crossing Card (BCC) is an alternative. The BCC costs USD 185 and is valid for 10 years. It allows entry up to 25 miles from the border in Texas and California, or 55 miles in New Mexico and Arizona. Travel by air or beyond the border zone requires a full B1/B2 visa with a valid passport.

Getting from DEN

RTD A Line runs to Denver Union Station (37 min, $10.50) with connections to light rail and bus routes. Taxis have meters; expect $55–65 to downtown.DEN's tent-roof Jeppesen Terminal is a single building; all three concourses connect via the underground automated train. Rental cars are on level 5. For ski resorts, shuttle services depart from Ground Transportation.

Denver Climate

Semi-arid with 300+ days of sunshine. Summers are dry and warm (27–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that produce dramatic but brief delays. Winters bring cold temperatures (−8 to 5°C) and heavy blizzards that can shut down ground operations.

Spring snowstorms can be heavier than midwinter ones. Altitude (5,430 ft) means low humidity year-round; stay hydrated.

GDL–DEN Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Guadalajara to Denver route.
Route details
Distance1,339 mi / 2,154 km
Flight time3h 28m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights14 out / 14 return
1-stop connections45 hubs
Origin: GDL
IATA / ICAOGDL / MMGL
TimezoneAmerica/Bahia_Banderas
Passengers/yr17.9M
Elevation5,016 ft / 1,529 m
Destination: DEN
IATA / ICAODEN / KDEN
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr82.4M
Elevation5,431 ft / 1,655 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about GDL to DEN flights.
Nonstop flights from Guadalajara International Airport to Denver International Airport take approximately 3h 28m. The route covers 1,339 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Frontier and Volaris.
There are approximately 14 nonstop flights per week from GDL to DEN. The return direction has about 14 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CUU, EGE, PSP, DAL, MSP, CVG, MTY, SJD, JFK, CLT, PHX, LAS, MIA, EWR, ANC, DFW, FAT, IAH, YUL, SJO, ONT, MEX, LAX, AUS, SMF, SAT, ORD, OAK, SEA, SLC, SFO, ATL, YVR, SJC, IAD, PDX, MDW, PTY, MCO, CUN, PVR, YYC, RNO, YYZ and FRA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from DEN to GDL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include PVR. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from GDL to DEN

Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) and Denver International Airport (DEN) are connected by nonstop service from Frontier and Volaris. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

GDL to DEN Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from GDL to DEN ranges from 3 hours 28 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,339 miles (2,154 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

45 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via CUU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Puerto Vallarta (PVR).