Airport Comparison
| EYS | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Eliye Springs Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | EYS | MEX |
| ICAO Code | HKES | MMMX |
| City | Eliye Springs | Mexico City |
| Country | Kenya | Mexico |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 1,395 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | 3.220000, 35.970000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Eliye Springs (EYS) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Eliye Springs Airport (EYS) in Eliye Springs, Kenya to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 14,495 kilometers (9,007 miles / 7,827 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west northwest at a heading of 299°.
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 Kenya with Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:40 in Eliye Springs, it's 12:40 in Mexico City. With a 9-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 5,921 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Eliye Springs Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Eliye Springs (EYS) follows a heading of 68° (east 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 Eliye Springs Airport (EYS) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.