Airport Comparison
| MEX | NIT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Niort-Souche Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | NIT |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | LFBN |
| City | Mexico City | Niort/Souche |
| Country | Mexico | France |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Europe/Paris |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 203 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 46.310000, -0.400000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Niort/Souche (NIT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Niort-Souche Airport (NIT) in Niort/Souche, France is 9,097 kilometers (5,652 miles / 4,912 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 44°.
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 France. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:20 in Mexico City, it's 12:20 in Niort/Souche. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,113 feet between the two airports. Niort-Souche 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 Niort/Souche (NIT) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 290° (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 Niort-Souche Airport (NIT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.