The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Nekemte Airport (NEK) in Nekemte, Ethiopia is 14,218 kilometers (8,835 miles / 7,677 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 61°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Mexico with Ethiopia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:50 in Mexico City, it's 17:50 in Nekemte. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Nekemte (NEK) 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 Nekemte Airport (NEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.