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Mexico Airport - Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
Full name: Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International AirportLocation: The airport is situated 10 miles (16km) south of Guadalajara.Time: Local time is GMT –6 (GMT –5 between the first Sunday in April to the second last Saturday in October).Contacts: Tel: +52 (0)33 3688 5248.Getting to the city: The airport minibus service and authorised taxis both go to the city centre. Fares can be paid for in advance at the taxi booth outside the arrivals hall.Car Rental: Car rental companies include Avis, Budget, Hertz and Europcar.Airport Taxis: Regular taxis are not allowed to pick passengers up at the airport, however they do drop people off and charge between US$12 and US$20. Autotransportaciones Aeropuerto runs a minibus and taxi service fares range from US$23 and US$18 for up to three people travelling to the same destination. Passengers can buy tickets at the ticket booth situated outside the terminal exit.Facilities: There are shops, bars and restaurants at the airport. Other facilities include ATMs, banks, bureau de change, a post office, business facilities (fax and internet), hotel reservations and tourist information. Disabled facilities are relatively good; those with special needs are advised to contact their airline in advance.Parking: Parking is available.Airport Hotels: Casa Grande Hotel is situated close to the airport.Departure Tax: US$18 to $US29 (sometime included in the ticket, check with your booking agent).Website: www.guadalajara.aeropuertosgap.com.mxGuadalajara Airport Map:Guadalajara Airport Taxis: the taxi fares above are intended as a guideline only.
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