Airport Comparison
| MEX | PKP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Puka Puka Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | PKP |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | NTGP |
| City | Mexico City | N/A |
| Country | Mexico | French Polynesia |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Pacific/Tahiti |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 5 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | -14.810000, -138.810000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Puka Puka Airport (PKP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Puka Puka Airport (PKP) in Puka Puka Airport, French Polynesia is 5,780 kilometers (3,591 miles / 3,121 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southwest at a heading of 232°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Mexico with French Polynesia. 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 07:44 in Mexico City, it's 03:44 in Puka Puka Airport. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,311 feet between the two airports. Puka Puka 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 Puka Puka Airport (PKP) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 50° (northeast). 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 Puka Puka Airport (PKP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.