Airport Comparison
| ILS | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ilopango International Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | ILS | MEX |
| ICAO Code | MSSS | MMMX |
| City | San Salvador | Mexico City |
| Country | El Salvador | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/El_Salvador | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 2,021 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | 13.700000, -89.120000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
San Salvador (ILS) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ilopango International Airport (ILS) in San Salvador, El Salvador to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 1,237 kilometers (769 miles / 668 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west northwest at a heading of 302°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting El Salvador with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:01 in San Salvador, it's 07:01 in Mexico City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,295 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Ilopango International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to San Salvador (ILS) 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 Ilopango International Airport (ILS) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.