Guadalajara Airport

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General information

Guadalajara Airport is the third busiest airport in Mexico after Mexico City Airport and Cancún Airport. The airport in the west of the country is named after Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla (Padre de la Patria), a Mexican priest who rebelled against Spanish rule (Grito de Dolores) in the year 1810. Guadalajara Airport is a hub for Volaris, Viva Aerobus and Aeromexico. The busiest routes are Mexico City Airport, Tijuana Airport and Los Angeles Airport. From Guadalajara, it is a 1-hour drive to Tequila, famous for its alcoholic beverage, and a 5-hour drive to Puerto Vallarta, a popular vacation destination.

Guadalajara Airport is operated by Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico, just like Los Cabos Airport, Puerto Vallarta Airport and Tijuana Airport.

Where is Guadalajara Airport situated?

Guadalajara Airport is located south of the city. By car, the airport can be accessed via the Carretera Chapala – Guadalajara highway.

How many terminals does Guadalajara Airport have?

The airport has two terminals, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. T1 is Guadalajara Airport’s largest terminal and is used for the majority of all domestic and international flights, T2 is much smaller. In the future, the airport will put a new Terminal 2 into use designed by CallisonRTKL, a global architecture firm.

Source of image: Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico

Which airlines fly from and to Guadalajara Airport?

The main airlines at the airport are:
  • Volaris brand logo
    Volaris
  • Viva Aerobus brand logo
    Viva Aerobus
  • Aeroméxico brand logo
    Aeroméxico
  • Delta Air Lines brand logo
    Delta Air Lines
  • Alaska Airlines brand logo
    Alaska Airlines
Here you can find the complete list of airlines at Guadalajara Airport.

Activities

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Guadalajara: Lake Chapala and Ajijic Day Trip with Boat Trip

Discover the largest lake in Mexico on a day trip from Guadalajara. Visit a tequila distillery, explore the Magic Town of Ajijic, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Chapala, and sample authentic local food.
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Classic Tequila Route Tour from Guadalajara with El Güero Shot Glasses!!!

Discover the Tequila Route from Guadalajara: visit distilleries, sample tequilas, explore agave fields, and enjoy the local culture and Cantaritos El Güero. An authentic and memorable experience!
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From Guadalajara: Casa Sauza Tour, Tequila Town & Cantaritos

Visit Casa Sauza, explore Tequila Pueblo Mágico, and enjoy agave fields, tastings, your own cantarito, and a festive stop in Amatitán.
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