Airport Comparison
| DDD | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Kudahuvadhoo Dhaalu Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | DDD | MEX |
| ICAO Code | VRMU | MMMX |
| City | Dhaalu Atoll | Mexico City |
| Country | Maldives | Mexico |
| Timezone | Indian/Maldives | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 6 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | 2.670000, 72.890000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Dhaalu Atoll (DDD) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Kudahuvadhoo Dhaalu Airport (DDD) in Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 17,404 kilometers (10,815 miles / 9,398 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.
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 Maldives 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 19:54 in Dhaalu Atoll, it's 08:54 in Mexico City. With a 11-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 7,311 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Kudahuvadhoo Dhaalu Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Dhaalu Atoll (DDD) follows a heading of 21° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Kudahuvadhoo Dhaalu Airport (DDD) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.