Airport Comparison
| LUQ | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Brigadier Mayor D Cesar Raul Ojeda Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | LUQ | MEX |
| ICAO Code | SAOU | MMMX |
| City | San Luis | Mexico City |
| Country | Argentina | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/San_Luis | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 2,328 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.270000, -66.360000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
San Luis (LUQ) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Brigadier Mayor D Cesar Raul Ojeda Airport (LUQ) in San Luis, Argentina to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 6,812 kilometers (4,233 miles / 3,678 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Argentina 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 14:50 in San Luis, it's 11:50 in Mexico City. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,988 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Brigadier Mayor D Cesar Raul Ojeda Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to San Luis (LUQ) follows a heading of 149° (south 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 Brigadier Mayor D Cesar Raul Ojeda Airport (LUQ) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.