IAH to GDL Turbulence Forecast
Is the Houston to Guadalajara flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.
Houston · Guadalajara · 2h 20m
⚠️ Light turbulence today
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Typical turbulence along the route
Historical average pattern for IAH–GDL
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About the IAH–GDL route
The Houston to Guadalajara 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 IAH–GDL
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 IAH–GDL
Turbulence by month
Best seat on IAH–GDL
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
A few bumpy patches crossing the Rockies, lasted maybe half an hour total. Drink service was paused briefly. Not unusual for this time of year.
Frequent flyer · April
The 2h 20m flight had some light shaking around the halfway point. Nothing spilled, nobody panicked. Just normal flying.
Leisure traveler · April
There was some noticeable movement on descent that made me grip the armrest. My seatmate (clearly a regular) didn't even look up from their book. Perspective.
First-time flyer · July
Frequently asked questions
Is the Houston to Guadalajara flight turbulent?
The IAH–GDL 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 IAH to GDL?
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 IAH to GDL?
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 IAH to GDL?
The IAH to GDL flight takes approximately 2h 20m, covering 964 miles (838 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly IAH to GDL?
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
