New York to Guadalajara (JFK–GDL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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New York to Guadalajara
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Airlines 2,221 mi 5h 26m nonstop -2h behind 48 1-stop hubs

JFK–GDL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Viva leads the route. The flight covers 2,221 miles in approximately 5h 26m. Beyond nonstop, 48 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop JFK–GDL service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
VB Viva 0 – – 90% – –
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: VB (0 flights/wk, 0%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for JFK to GDL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
48
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~41h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,401
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Guadalajara from New York

Nearby airports with service to Guadalajara International Airport.
Metric JFK→GDL EWR→GDL
Distance from JFK – 21 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 2
Weekly flights 0 14
Flight time 5h 26m 5h 24m
Departure OTP 90% –
Newark (EWR) to Guadalajara flights
Airports within 200 miles of JFK with service to Guadalajara International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Guadalajara is 2 hours behind New York.
JFK: EDT · GDL: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 4:00 PM in Guadalajara.
Distance & Flight Time
2,221 mi / 3,575 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 26m.
Visa & Entry

US citizens enter Mexico visa-free for up to 180 days for tourism. Complete the immigration form (FMM) online or on arrival; the online version speeds up processing. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.

Duty-free allowances: USD 500 in goods. Mexico prohibits importing certain foods and medications without documentation. Declare cash over USD 10,000.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to JFK

The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.

Facts

JFK–GDL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the New York to Guadalajara route.
Route details
Distance2,221 mi / 3,575 km
Flight time5h 26m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connections48 hubs
Origin: JFK
Full nameJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
IATA / ICAOJFK / KJFK
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr63.3M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: GDL
Full nameGuadalajara International Airport
IATA / ICAOGDL / MMGL
TimezoneAmerica/Mexico_City
Passengers/yr17.9M
Elevation5,016 ft / 1,529 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about JFK to GDL flights.
Nonstop flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Guadalajara International Airport take approximately 5h 26m. The route covers 2,221 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Viva.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through AUS, MTY, NLU, OPF, PBI, DAL, PVR, TQO, FLL, CVG, YUL, EGE, PSP, OAK, SJC, RNO, SJD, SMF, CUN, EWR, ANC, IAH, PDX, CLT, YYZ, MEX, ORD, DFW, BCN, SAT, LAS, PHX, PTY, ATL, DEN, BOG, LAX, YYC, SLC, MCO, SEA, YVR, MIA, SFO, SJO, MAD, ONT and HKG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Guadalajara is 2 hours behind New York.
Yes, return flights from GDL to JFK are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include EWR. 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 JFK to GDL

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) are connected by nonstop service from Viva.

JFK to GDL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from JFK to GDL ranges from 5 hours 26 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,221 miles (3,575 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

48 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via AUS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Newark (EWR).