Guadalajara to Detroit (GDL–DTW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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GDL–DTW is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Volaris leads the route. The flight covers 1,896 miles in approximately 4h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y4 Volaris | 4 | 32N | 4h22-4h48 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Detroit from Guadalajara
| Metric | GDL→DTW | PVR→DTW | SLP→DTW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from GDL | – | 126 mi | 194 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 4 | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 4h 35m | 4h 18m | 3h 10m |
Travel Essentials
GDL: CST · DTW: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Guadalajara, it's 8:00 PM in Detroit.
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.
DTW has no rail. Ride-shares and taxis are the practical options. Taxis to downtown cost $45–60. Ride-shares run $30–45. The two terminals (McNamara and North) are connected by the automated people mover (MTC); both share the same baggage claim and ground transport facilities.Car rental desks are in the consolidated facility accessible from McNamara Terminal. SMART bus Route 261 serves the airport with transfers into the bus network. Allow extra time for I-94 congestion during peak hours.
Humid continental climate. Winters are cold and snowy (−8 to 0°C) from December through March. Lake Erie and Lake St. Clair generate significant lake-effect snow that can fall heavily with little warning. Ice storms and blizzards cause the most serious flight disruptions.
Summers are warm and humid (26–32°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms. Spring and fall are transitional with frost risk into April and from October. January and February are the highest disruption-risk months.
GDL–DTW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GDL to DTW
Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) are connected by nonstop service from Volaris. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
GDL to DTW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GDL to DTW is about 4 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,896 miles (3,050 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 7 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Monterrey, Dallas Fort Worth and George Bush Intercontinental. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Puerto Vallarta (PVR) and San Luis Potosí (SLP).