LEX
Lexington
United States
2,496 km
1,551 miles
MEX
Mexico City
Mexico
Distance
2,496 km
1,551 mi / 1,348 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/New_York
Heading
218°
southwest

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LEX MEX
Airport Name Blue Grass Airport Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport
IATA Code LEX MEX
ICAO Code KLEX MMMX
City Lexington Mexico City
Country United States Mexico
Timezone America/New_York America/Mexico_City
Elevation 979 ft 7,316 ft
Coordinates 38.040000, -84.610000 19.440000, -99.070000

Lexington (LEX) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) in Lexington, United States to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 2,496 kilometers (1,551 miles / 1,348 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southwest at a heading of 218°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United States with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:15 in Lexington, it's 04:15 in Mexico City.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,337 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Blue Grass Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Lexington (LEX) follows a heading of 31° (north 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 Blue Grass Airport (LEX) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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