Airport Comparison
| CCU | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | CCU | MEX |
| ICAO Code | VECC | MMMX |
| City | Kolkata | Mexico City |
| Country | India | Mexico |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 16 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | 22.650000, 88.450000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Kolkata (CCU) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) in Kolkata, India to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 15,264 kilometers (9,485 miles / 8,242 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north at a heading of 10°.
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 India with Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:35 in Kolkata, it's 01:05 in Mexico City. With a 11.5-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 7,300 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Kolkata (CCU) follows a heading of 350° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.