Guadalajara Airport Guide

Whether you are making a quick connection, planning an overnight layover or simply craving the reassurance of well-researched information, the Travel Code Guadalajara Airport Guide has you covered. Inside you will discover everything worth knowing about services, facilities, lounges, Wi-Fi, device charging, lockers, 24-hour dining, airport hotels, onward transport and more.

Quick Links

• Airport Overview
• Airport Hours
• Rest & Relaxation Zones
• Cots
• Hotels
• Lounges
• Drinking Water
• Food & Drinks
• Luggage Storage
• Mobile Charging
• Showers
• Wi-Fi / Internet
• Safety & Security
• More Airport Info

GDL Airport Overview

What to expect

Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (IATA: GDL) is compact yet modern, consisting of a single passenger terminal split into Concourses A and C. Travelers will find a decent range of eateries and retail outlets both land- and airside, with several venues operating round-the-clock. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout and power points are dotted at most gates. Anyone wanting to elevate their layover can purchase one-time access to several pay-per-use lounges operated by VIPort and Aeroméxico.

Sleeping in Guadalajara Airport

Most seating is fitted with armrests, but travellers report a handful of oversized couches near Gate C28. Bring insect repellent – mosquitos are the number-one complaint in overnight reviews. If you prefer uninterrupted rest, a cluster of hotels sit within ten minutes of the terminal; jump to the Hotels section for full details.

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Terminology: “Landside” refers to areas before security, “Airside” to the secure zone beyond the checkpoints.

Airport Hours

GDL operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Rest & Relaxation ZonesCots

No complimentary cots are provided. If you spot any being distributed during IRROPS, please let us know.

Airport-Area Hotels

Prefer four walls and a duvet? The following properties are five-to-ten minutes away and all arrange shuttles on request:

• Hangar Inn – budget-friendly, shuttle surcharge.
• Hampton Inn by Hilton Guadalajara Aeropuerto – free shuttle service.
• City Express Junior Guadalajara Periférico Sur – taxi only.
• Holiday Inn Express Guadalajara Aeropuerto – complimentary transfer 04:00-23:00.

For additional choices, browse airport hotels curated by Travel Code.

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use & Membership

• Aeroméxico Salón Premier – Terminal 1, airside, upper level, Gate 5.
• VIP Lounge West – Terminal 1, international side, before Gate B13.
• VIP Lounge East – Terminal 1, domestic side, near Gate D30; showers available.

Entry from approx. USD 25, or free with select bank and airline memberships.

Drinking Water

Filtered fountains are sporadic; carry a reusable bottle and ask cafés to refill.

Food & Drinks

Most vendors match flight waves (05:00-22:00). The following stay open all night:

• Break Station – T1, International Departures, Gate 4
• El Quijote – T1, Domestic, Gate 14
• Krispy Kreme – T1, Domestic Gate 12 & International Arrivals

Luggage Storage & Lockers

None at present. Your airline may hold bags during a long layover for a fee.

Mobile Charging

Dual 110-V outlets and USB sockets are fixed below most seating clusters. Look for the yellow “Power Up” signage.

Showers

The VIP Lounge opposite Gate C30 offers hot showers; a day pass costs roughly MXN 450.

Wi-Fi / Internet

Connect to “GAP FREE” for unlimited browsing. Accept the terms splash page; no password required.

Safety & Security Tips

• Locate security staff and CCTV cameras before settling down.
• Stay visible; lone travelers should rest near other passengers.
• Conceal valuables; padlock zippers and loop straps around your arm or a chair leg.
• Listen to your instincts; if uneasy, trade sleep for vigilance – coffee is cheaper than a stolen laptop.

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

ATMs / Cash Machines

24-hour machines land- and airside. International withdrawal fees apply.

Currency Exchange

• CI Bank – landside, 07:00-20:00 (Mon-Sat).
• Global Exchange – multiple desks, 24/7.

Shopping

Dufry duty-free plus a handful of mini-markets, souvenir shops and pharmacias (Benavides, 06:00-22:00).

SIM Cards

Look for Telcel and Movistar kiosks near Door 5 arrivals.

Travel Agencies

American Tours desk, landside Arrivals, 06:00-22:00, for last-minute tours or group flight booking assistance.

Airlines Serving GDL

Aeromar, Aeroméxico, Aeroméxico Connect, Air France, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Calafia, Copa, Delta, TAR, United, Viva Aerobus, Volaris and more.

Airport Transportation: Getting To / From GDL

Car Rentals

24-hour desks for Alamo, Avis, Budget, Europcar, Fox, Hertz, National, Sixt, Thrifty/Dollar.

Hotel Shuttles

Many properties – Hangar Inn, Hampton Inn, Holiday Inn Express and others – run courtesy vans every 30-60 minutes.

Taxis

Prepaid system: purchase a voucher from the booth inside Arrivals and hand it to your driver.

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