Airport Comparison
| API | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Gomez Nino Apiay Air Base | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | API | MEX |
| ICAO Code | SKAP | MMMX |
| City | Apiay | Mexico City |
| Country | Colombia | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 1,207 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | 4.080000, -73.560000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Apiay (API) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gomez Nino Apiay Air Base (API) in Apiay, Colombia to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 3,251 kilometers (2,020 miles / 1,756 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 304°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Colombia with Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:32 in Apiay, it's 17:32 in Mexico City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,109 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Gomez Nino Apiay Air Base. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Apiay (API) follows a heading of 118° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Gomez Nino Apiay Air Base (API) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.