The flight distance from Invercargill Airport (IVC) in Invercargill, New Zealand to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 11,754 kilometers (7,304 miles / 6,347 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 78°.

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 New Zealand with Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:28 in Invercargill, it's 06:28 in Mexico City. With a 19-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 Invercargill Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Invercargill (IVC) follows a heading of 226° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Invercargill Airport (IVC) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.