Airport Comparison
| LQM | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Caucaya Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | LQM | MEX |
| ICAO Code | SKLG | MMMX |
| City | Puerto Leguizamo | Mexico City |
| Country | Colombia | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Bogota | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 573 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | -0.180000, -74.770000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Puerto Leguizamo (LQM) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Caucaya Airport (LQM) in Puerto Leguizamo, Colombia to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 3,432 kilometers (2,132 miles / 1,853 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.
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 Colombia with Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:41 in Puerto Leguizamo, it's 17:41 in Mexico City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,743 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Caucaya Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Puerto Leguizamo (LQM) follows a heading of 127° (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 Caucaya Airport (LQM) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.