Airport Comparison
| MEX | PHQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | The Monument Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | PHQ |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | YTMO |
| City | Mexico City | N/A |
| Country | Mexico | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Australia/Brisbane |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 949 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | -21.810000, 139.920000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to The Monument Airport (PHQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to The Monument Airport (PHQ) in The Monument Airport, Australia is 13,908 kilometers (8,642 miles / 7,510 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west southwest at a heading of 256°.
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 Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:40 in Mexico City, it's 21:40 in The Monument Airport. With a 16-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 6,367 feet between the two airports. The Monument 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 The Monument Airport (PHQ) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 81° (east). 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 The Monument Airport (PHQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.