Airport Comparison
| GYU | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Guyuan Liupanshan Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | GYU | MEX |
| ICAO Code | ZLGY | MMMX |
| City | Guyuan | Mexico City |
| Country | China | Mexico |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 5,696 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | 36.080000, 106.220000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Guyuan (GYU) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Guyuan Liupanshan Airport (GYU) in Guyuan, China to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 13,293 kilometers (8,260 miles / 7,177 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northeast at a heading of 28°.
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 China 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 05:42 in Guyuan, it's 15:42 in Mexico City. With a 14-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 1,620 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Guyuan Liupanshan Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Guyuan (GYU) follows a heading of 337° (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 Guyuan Liupanshan Airport (GYU) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.