Airport Comparison
| FBG | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Simmons Army Air Field | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | FBG | MEX |
| ICAO Code | KFBG | MMMX |
| City | Fort Liberty | Mexico City |
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 244 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.100000, -78.900000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Fort Liberty (FBG) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Simmons Army Air Field (FBG) in Fort Liberty, United States to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 2,637 kilometers (1,638 miles / 1,424 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southwest at a heading of 234°.
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 United States with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:02 in Fort Liberty, it's 13:02 in Mexico City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,072 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Simmons Army Air Field. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Fort Liberty (FBG) follows a heading of 45° (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 Simmons Army Air Field (FBG) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.