CEM
Central
United States
6,102 km
3,792 miles
MEX
Mexico City
Mexico
Distance
6,102 km
3,792 mi / 3,295 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Anchorage
Heading
124°
southeast

Airport Comparison

CEM MEX
Airport Name Central Airport Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport
IATA Code CEM MEX
ICAO Code PACE MMMX
City Central Mexico City
Country United States Mexico
Timezone America/Anchorage America/Mexico_City
Elevation 937 ft 7,316 ft
Coordinates 65.570000, -144.780000 19.440000, -99.070000

Central (CEM) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Central Airport (CEM) in Central, United States to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 6,102 kilometers (3,792 miles / 3,295 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southeast at a heading of 124°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:52 in Central, it's 06:52 in Mexico City. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,379 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Central Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Central (CEM) follows a heading of 339° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Central Airport (CEM) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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