Guadalajara to Seattle (GDL–SEA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
GDL–SEA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Volaris and Aeromexico lead the route. The flight covers 2,143 miles in approximately 5h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y4 Volaris Also: F9 | 7 | 32N | 5h05 | – | – | F9 |
| AM Aeromexico | 0 | – | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Seattle from Guadalajara
| Metric | GDL→SEA | PVR→SEA |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from GDL | – | 126 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 9 |
| Flight time | 5h 5m | 5h 4m |
Travel Essentials
GDL: CST · SEA: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Guadalajara, it's 5:00 PM in Seattle.
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.
Link Light Rail from the airport station (inside the terminal) to downtown Seattle takes 38 minutes ($3.50). No transfers needed; trains run 5am to 1am daily.Taxis and ride-shares to downtown cost $35–55. For Bellevue and Eastside destinations (across Lake Washington), ride-share is faster than Link. Car rentals are in the consolidated rental facility; take the free shuttle from baggage claim. Sound Transit buses serve Tacoma, Renton, and Federal Way.
Marine west coast climate. Winters are mild but persistently grey and rainy (3–9°C). Snow is rare at sea level but can occur December through February, causing significant disruptions when it does. The airport sits between Seattle and Tacoma in an area that receives more fog and low cloud than downtown Seattle.
Summers are famously pleasant (18–25°C) with low humidity and mostly clear skies, one of the best flying climates in the US from June through September. The wettest months are November through January.
GDL–SEA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GDL to SEA
Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) and Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) are connected by nonstop service from Volaris and Aeromexico. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
GDL to SEA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GDL to SEA is about 5 hours 5 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,143 miles (3,448 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 21 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via San Francisco Bay Oakland, Los Angeles and Phoenix Sky Harbor. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Puerto Vallarta (PVR).