Airport Comparison
| MEX | MQU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Jose Celestino Mutis Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | MQU |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | SKQU |
| City | Mexico City | Mariquita |
| Country | Mexico | Colombia |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Bogota |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 1,531 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 5.210000, -74.880000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Mariquita (MQU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Jose Celestino Mutis Airport (MQU) in Mariquita, Colombia is 3,060 kilometers (1,901 miles / 1,652 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east southeast at a heading of 118°.
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 Mexico with Colombia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:19 in Mexico City, it's 11:19 in Mariquita.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,785 feet between the two airports. Jose Celestino Mutis Airport sits lower than Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mariquita (MQU) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 303° (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 Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Jose Celestino Mutis Airport (MQU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.