Airport Comparison
| KDI | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Wolter Monginsidi Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | KDI | MEX |
| ICAO Code | WAWW | MMMX |
| City | Kendari-Celebes Island | Mexico City |
| Country | Indonesia | Mexico |
| Timezone | Asia/Makassar | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 538 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | -4.080000, 122.420000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Kendari-Celebes Island (KDI) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Wolter Monginsidi Airport (KDI) in Kendari-Celebes Island, Indonesia to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 15,205 kilometers (9,448 miles / 8,210 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east northeast at a heading of 66°.
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 Indonesia 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 00:37 in Kendari-Celebes Island, it's 10:37 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 6,778 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Wolter Monginsidi Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Kendari-Celebes Island (KDI) follows a heading of 285° (west 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 Wolter Monginsidi Airport (KDI) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.