Airport Comparison
| MER | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Castle Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | MER | MEX |
| ICAO Code | KMER | MMMX |
| City | Atwater | Mexico City |
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 190 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.400000, -120.600000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Atwater (MER) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Castle Airport (MER) in Atwater, United States to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 2,888 kilometers (1,795 miles / 1,559 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southeast at a heading of 128°.
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 07:47 in Atwater, it's 09:47 in Mexico City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,126 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Castle Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Atwater (MER) follows a heading of 318° (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 Castle Airport (MER) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.