Guadalajara International Airport

Travelers can choose among authorized airport taxis, rental cars and pre-booked private transportation. The most convenient option depends on the destination, group size, luggage and arrival time.

Pre-booked private transportation provides direct service to hotels and addresses across the Guadalajara metropolitan area, including downtown Guadalajara, Zapopan and Tlaquepaque, and to destinations further away in Jalisco.

Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Guadalajara International Airport is the main airport for Guadalajara, Mexico's second-largest city. It is located in Tlajomulco de Zúñiga, about 17 km southeast of downtown Guadalajara.

Operated by Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico (GAP), it was Mexico's third-busiest airport in 2025, with about 18.7 million passengers. Volaris has its largest hub here, Viva also uses it as a hub, and Aeroméxico operates it as a focus city. International service focuses on the United States, with additional flights to Canada and Central America.

The airport has a single two-storey terminal with 43 gates across four concourses (A, B, C and D). A second runway opened in July 2024, and a new terminal that will nearly double capacity is under construction.

Departing from Guadalajara International Airport

Allow extra time for traffic on the roads to the airport, airline check-in and security. Construction work on new access roads and the new terminal may change drop-off points, so follow the signs on the day.

Guadalajara International Airport is operated by Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico (GAP). It has two parallel asphalt runways.

After landing, international passengers go through immigration, baggage claim and customs before reaching the public arrivals area. Domestic passengers go straight to baggage claim. Travelers with pre-booked transportation should follow the pickup instructions in their confirmation.

Immigration, baggage claim and customs

International passengers normally complete these steps after landing:

1. Follow signs to Mexican immigration and passport control.
2. Present a valid passport and any documents required for your nationality.
3. Collect checked baggage from the carousel assigned to your flight.
4. Report missing or damaged baggage to the airline before leaving baggage claim.
5. Go through customs and make any required declaration.
6. Exit to the public arrivals area and follow your transportation provider's instructions.

Avoid accepting unsolicited transportation offers inside or just outside the terminal if you already have a confirmed reservation.

Airlines serving the airport include Aeroméxico, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Copa Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Flair Airlines, Mexicana de Aviación, United Airlines, Viva, Volaris and WestJet. Schedules can change, so the airline's confirmation should be treated as the final source.

Access may be available through an eligible premium ticket, lounge membership, credit-card programme or paid entry, subject to capacity. Hours and access rules should be verified directly with the lounge.

Passengers who need wheelchair service or other assistance should request it from their airline when booking, or at least 48 hours before departure whenever possible. Assistance is arranged mainly by the airline and its ground-handling company.

Travellers using mobility equipment, travelling with a service animal or needing help through security should confirm documentation and handling requirements with the airline in advance. On arrival, let the cabin crew know before leaving the aircraft if assistance has been requested.

Public parking is available at the terminal. Tariffs, payment methods and long-stay conditions can change, so check the posted rate board on entry and keep your parking ticket safe.

Hotel shuttle schedules and pickup locations should be confirmed directly with the hotel before arrival.