Airport Comparison
| MEX | NBW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Leeward Point Field |
| IATA Code | MEX | NBW |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | MUGM |
| City | Mexico City | Guantanamo Bay Naval Station |
| Country | Mexico | Cuba |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Havana |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 56 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 19.910000, -75.210000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Guantanamo Bay Naval Station (NBW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Leeward Point Field (NBW) in Guantanamo Bay Naval Station, Cuba is 2,497 kilometers (1,551 miles / 1,348 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east at a heading of 85°.
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 Cuba. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:50 in Mexico City, it's 12:50 in Guantanamo Bay Naval Station.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,260 feet between the two airports. Leeward Point Field 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 Guantanamo Bay Naval Station (NBW) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 273° (west). 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 Leeward Point Field (NBW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.