Airport Comparison
| AUD | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Augustus Downs Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | AUD | MEX |
| ICAO Code | YAGD | MMMX |
| City | N/A | Mexico City |
| Country | Australia | Mexico |
| Timezone | Australia/Brisbane | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 46 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | -18.520000, 139.880000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Augustus Downs Airport (AUD) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Augustus Downs Airport (AUD) in Augustus Downs Airport, Australia to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 13,848 kilometers (8,605 miles / 7,477 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east northeast at a heading of 79°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Australia with Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:59 in Augustus Downs Airport, it's 04:59 in Mexico City. With a 16-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,270 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Augustus Downs Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Augustus Downs Airport (AUD) follows a heading of 260° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Augustus Downs Airport (AUD) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.