Guadalajara to Fort Lauderdale (GDL–FLL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Guadalajara to Fort Lauderdale
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 1,516 mi 2h 56m nonstop +2h ahead 50 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between GDL and FLL, connecting options are available through 50 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for GDL to FLL.
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One-Stop Connections
50
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~24h
Longest
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Two-Stop Connections
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Other ways to reach Fort Lauderdale from Guadalajara

Nearby airports with service to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport.
Metric GDL→FLL PVR→FLL
Distance from GDL 126 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 1
Flight time 2h 56m 3h 42m
Airports within 200 miles of GDL with service to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Fort Lauderdale is 2 hours ahead of Guadalajara.
GDL: CST · FLL: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Guadalajara, it's 8:00 PM in Fort Lauderdale.
Distance & Flight Time
1,516 mi / 2,440 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 56m.
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 FLL

Shared shuttle vans to Miami Beach hotels run $20–30 per person. Ride-shares to Fort Lauderdale downtown cost $15–25; to Miami Beach, expect $35–55.Brightline high-speed rail from FLL station (1.5 miles, free airport shuttle) reaches Miami in 30 minutes ($10–17) and West Palm Beach in 40 minutes. Car rental facilities are in the Rental Car Center accessed via shuttle from the terminals. Taxis are metered.

Fort Lauderdale Climate

Tropical climate with year-round warmth (20–32°C). Dry season (November–April) is peak tourism with clear skies and low humidity. Wet season (May–October) brings daily afternoon thunderstorms and hurricane risk. Flights are most disruption-prone June through September.

Temperatures rarely drop below 12°C in winter. Humidity is high in summer. Tropical storms can cause multi-day disruptions when they make landfall nearby. August through October carries the highest storm risk.

GDL–FLL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Guadalajara to Fort Lauderdale route.
Route details
Distance1,516 mi / 2,440 km
Flight time2h 56m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections50 hubs
Origin: GDL
IATA / ICAOGDL / MMGL
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Passengers/yr17.9M
Elevation5,016 ft / 1,529 m
Destination: FLL
IATA / ICAOFLL / KFLL
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr34.2M
Elevation9 ft / 3 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about GDL to FLL flights.
Nonstop flights from Guadalajara International Airport to Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport take approximately 2h 56m. The route covers 1,516 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from GDL to FLL. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through OPF, MTY, TLC, MID, MEX, MIA, HOU, PVR, AUS, DAL, SAL, SJD, CVG, EGE, IND, MSP, ONT, SJU, JFK, YUL, SJC, OAK, RNO, PDX, YYC, IAD, MDE, YVR, MCO, DEN, SAT, EWR, BOG, IAH, SJO, ORD, DFW, PTY, SFO, LAS, LAX, LUX, CUN, CLT, ATL, SLC, SEA, MDW, PHX and YYZ. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Fort Lauderdale is 2 hours ahead of Guadalajara.
Yes, return flights from FLL 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.
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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 FLL

Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

GDL to FLL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from GDL to FLL ranges from 2 hours 56 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,516 miles (2,440 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

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