Airport Comparison
| MEX | PLO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Port Lincoln Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | PLO |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | YPLC |
| City | Mexico City | Port Lincoln |
| Country | Mexico | Australia |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Australia/Adelaide |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 36 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | -34.610000, 135.880000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Port Lincoln (PLO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Port Lincoln Airport (PLO) in Port Lincoln, Australia is 14,389 kilometers (8,941 miles / 7,769 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west southwest at a heading of 241°.
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 13:53 in Mexico City, it's 06:23 in Port Lincoln. With a 16.5-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 7,280 feet between the two airports. Port Lincoln 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 Port Lincoln (PLO) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 92° (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 Port Lincoln Airport (PLO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.