Airport Comparison
| MEX | POE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Maks Army Air Field |
| IATA Code | MEX | POE |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | KPOE |
| City | Mexico City | Fort Polk |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 330 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 31.000000, -93.200000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Fort Polk (POE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Maks Army Air Field (POE) in Fort Polk, United States is 1,414 kilometers (879 miles / 763 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northeast at a heading of 23°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Mexico with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:14 in Mexico City, it's 07:14 in Fort Polk.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,986 feet between the two airports. Maks Army Air Field 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 Fort Polk (POE) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 206° (south southwest). 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 Maks Army Air Field (POE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.