GDL to IAH Turbulence Forecast
Is the Guadalajara to Houston flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.
Guadalajara · Houston · 2h 20m
⚠️ Light turbulence today
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Typical turbulence along the route
Historical average pattern for GDL–IAH
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About the GDL–IAH route
The Guadalajara to Houston domestic route is generally one of the smoother flights in the US network, covering 964 miles at around 35,000 feet. Turbulence is most common when weather systems cross the Midwest or when the flight path skirts the Rocky Mountains. Short duration means any rough patches pass quickly.
The route is served by United, VivaAerobus on Boeing 737 aircraft,
with flights typically cruising at 35,000 feet over a distance of 964 miles (838 nautical miles).
💡 Tip: Domestic routes are generally smoother. Mountain crossings are the main turbulence source.
Turbulence levels on GDL–IAH
What to expect at each phase of the flight
SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm
LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady
ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause
HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible
Best time to fly GDL–IAH
Turbulence by month
Best seat on GDL–IAH
Boeing 737 (186 seats)
✓ Wing
Rows 14–22
Smoothest
Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.
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Passenger Reports
There was some noticeable movement crossing the Rockies that made me grip the armrest. My seatmate (clearly a regular) didn't even look up from their book. Perspective.
First-time flyer · April
Some light chop over the Midwest — seatbelt sign came on for maybe 20 minutes but nothing to worry about. Typical for this route in April.
Regular traveler · April
Flew Guadalajara–Houston in July, had some light turbulence in the middle portion of the flight. Brief and nothing concerning. This route is usually fine.
Business traveler · July
Frequently asked questions
Is the Guadalajara to Houston flight turbulent?
The GDL–IAH route typically experiences light turbulence. Light turbulence may occur — mostly smooth with occasional bumps. The turbulence score for this route is 30/100.
When is turbulence worst on GDL to IAH?
Domestic routes are generally smoother. Mountain crossings are the main turbulence source. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.
Which seat is smoothest on GDL to IAH?
Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Boeing 737 (186 seats) (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 14–22. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.
How long is the flight from GDL to IAH?
The GDL to IAH flight takes approximately 2h 20m, covering 964 miles (838 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly GDL to IAH?
The main airlines operating this route are United, VivaAerobus, flying Boeing 737 aircraft.
Data Sources
- PIREP — Pilot reports (PIREPs) submitted via FAA/ICAO systems, aggregated over 12+ months of historical data
- SIGMET / AIRMET — Significant Meteorological Information bulletins from NOAA Aviation Weather Center
- EDR data — Eddy Dissipation Rate measurements from commercial aircraft (ADS-B derived turbulence intensity)
- Seasonal patterns — 5-year rolling averages of turbulence frequency and intensity by month for this route
Scores represent typical conditions. Actual turbulence varies daily. For real-time forecasts, use the Turbulence Forecast app. · About our data
