Airport Comparison
| JTR | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Santorini Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | JTR | MEX |
| ICAO Code | LGSR | MMMX |
| City | Santorini Island | Mexico City |
| Country | Greece | Mexico |
| Timezone | Europe/Athens | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 127 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | 36.400000, 25.480000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Santorini Island (JTR) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Santorini Airport (JTR) in Santorini Island, Greece to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 11,505 kilometers (7,149 miles / 6,212 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.
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 Greece with Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:49 in Santorini Island, it's 06:49 in Mexico City. With a 8-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 7,189 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Santorini Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Santorini Island (JTR) follows a heading of 43° (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 Santorini Airport (JTR) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.