CHX
Changuinola
Panama
2,097 km
1,303 miles
MEX
Mexico City
Mexico
Distance
2,097 km
1,303 mi / 1,132 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/Panama
Heading
304°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CHX MEX
Airport Name Cap Manuel Nino International Airport Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport
IATA Code CHX MEX
ICAO Code MPCH MMMX
City Changuinola Mexico City
Country Panama Mexico
Timezone America/Panama America/Mexico_City
Elevation 19 ft 7,316 ft
Coordinates 9.460000, -82.520000 19.440000, -99.070000

Changuinola (CHX) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cap Manuel Nino International Airport (CHX) in Changuinola, Panama to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 2,097 kilometers (1,303 miles / 1,132 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, 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 Panama with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:26 in Changuinola, it's 09:26 in Mexico City.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,297 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Cap Manuel Nino International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Changuinola (CHX) follows a heading of 120° (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 Cap Manuel Nino International Airport (CHX) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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