Guadalajara to San Jose (GDL–SJC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
GDL–SJC is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Frontier, Volaris and Alaska Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,613 miles in approximately 4h 3m. Beyond nonstop, 30 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F9 Frontier | 11 | 32N, 32Q | 4h03 | – | – | – |
| Y4 Volaris | 11 | 32N, 32Q | 4h03 | – | – | – |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 1 | 73J | 4h11 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach San Jose from Guadalajara
| Metric | GDL→SJC | BJX→SJC | PVR→SJC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from GDL | – | 123 mi | 126 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 23 | 4 | 8 |
| Flight time | 4h 3m | 4h 9m | 3h 58m |
Travel Essentials
GDL: CST · SJC: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Guadalajara, it's 5:00 PM in San Jose.
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.
GDL–SJC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GDL to SJC
Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) and Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) are connected by nonstop service from Alaska Airlines, Frontier and Volaris. With 23 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
GDL to SJC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GDL to SJC ranges from 4 hours 3 minutes to 4 hours 11 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,613 miles (2,595 km). There are approximately 23 weekly flights outbound and 26 return, totaling 49 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
30 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via PSP. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Silao (BJX), Puerto Vallarta (PVR) and Morelia (MLM).