How to travel from Guadalajara to Cozumel, Mexico
The distance between Guadalajara and Cozumel is around 1,756km (1,091 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then jump in a helicopter which takes around 3h 60m.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Guadalajara to Cozumel by plane, helicopter, bus, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Cozumel → Guadalajara if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Guadalajara (GDL) to Cozumel (CZM).
- Duration4hrs
- Flight time3h 20m
- Typical costMX$3,785($180)
Volaris
+ 5 others3 similiar routes
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Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Puebla CAPU and then to Playa del Carmen then take a ferry to Cozumel.
- Duration1 day 12h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costMX$3,305($160)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Bus and Helicopter
Take the bus to Querétaro and then to Villahermosa then jump in a helicopter to Cancún International Airport and then to Cozumel Airport.
- Duration22h 20m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costMX$96,350($4,610)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Calica then take a ferry to Cozumel.
- Duration1 day 1h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costMX$4,390($210)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Guadalajara and Cozumel
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Guadalajara to Cozumel by plane, helicopter, bus, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around MX$3,305 ($160) and will take around 1 day 12h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then jump in a helicopter and arrive in approximately 3h 60m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately MX$11,685 ($560).
The distance between Guadalajara and Cozumel is around 1,756km (1,091 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,709km (1,062 miles)
It takes around 4hrs to get from Guadalajara and Cozumel by plane.
The quickest way to get from Guadalajara to Cozumel is to fly and then jump in a helicopter which takes around 3h 60m and will set you back approx MX$11,685 ($560).
The cheapest way to travel between Guadalajara and Cozumel is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around MX$3,305 ($160) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Guadalajara and Cozumel. We recommend that you fly from Guadalajara (GDL) to Cancun (CUN) then jump in a helicopter to Cozumel Airport. instead which will take 3h 60m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Guadalajara and Cozumel. We recommend that you fly from Guadalajara (GDL) to Cancun (CUN) then jump in a helicopter to Cozumel Airport. instead which will take 3h 60m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Guadalajara and Cozumel. Flights depart from Guadalajara (GDL) and arrive at Cozumel (CZM) - via Mexico City (MEX). The flight takes around 3h 20m.
There is no direct flight from Guadalajara to Cozumel. There is however a flight that goes via Mexico City (MEX). This services will take at least 4hrs (not including layover time).
The flight from Guadalajara to Cozumel typically takes around 3h 20m. Flights depart from Guadalajara (GDL) and and arrive into Cozumel (CZM).
The closest major airport to Cozumel is Cozumel International Airport (CZM) (CZM) which is approximately 9km (6 miles) from Cozumel. Cancún International Airport (CUN) (CUN) and Chetumal International Airport (CTM) (CTM) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Guadalajara to Cozumel. We recommend that you fly from Guadalajara (GDL) to Cozumel (CZM). instead which will take 4hrs.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Guadalajara to Cozumel is to fly which takes, on average, 4hrs and will usually cost around MX$3,785 ($180).
Compare travel optionsbetween Guadalajara and Cozumel
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 3 similar | 4hrs | MX$3,785($180) | every 30 mins | 1,756km (1,091 miles) |
| Plane and Helicopter | 3h 60m | MX$11,685($560) | every 30 mins | 1,789km (1,112 miles) |
| Bus and Plane | 7h 45m | MX$7,170($345) | once a week | 2,753km (1,710 miles) |
| Bus, Plane and Helicopter | 6h 5m | MX$13,295($635) | once a week | 1,905km (1,184 miles) |
Bus and Ferry + 1 similar | 1 day 12h | MX$3,305($160) | once daily | 2,213km (1,375 miles) |
| Bus to Cuernavaca, ferry | 1 day 13h | MX$3,405($165) | once daily | 2,210km (1,373 miles) |
Bus and Helicopter + 1 similar | 22h 20m | MX$96,350($4,610) | once daily | 2,113km (1,313 miles) |
| Bus to ACN Puebla, helicopter | 1 day 6h | MX$13,190($630) | twice daily | 2,263km (1,406 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 1 day 1h | MX$4,390($210) | once daily | 2,157km (1,340 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Guadalajara and Cozumel
Bus companies
Apolo Platinum
Futura Select
Omnibus de Oriente
Turistab
ACN Autobuses
Airlines
Volaris
United Airlines
American Airlines
Viva Aerobus
Mayair
Ferry operators
Winjet
Ultramar Ferry
helicopters
Holbox Collection
Airports near Cozumel
The following major airports near Cozumel offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Mexico and internationally.
Cozumel International Airport (CZM)
- Distance
- 9km (6 miles) from Cozumel
Cancún International Airport (CUN)
- Distance
- 68km (42 miles) from Cozumel
Chetumal International Airport (CTM)
- Distance
- 260km (162 miles) from Cozumel