Airport Comparison
| MEX | PQM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Palenque International Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | PQM |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | MMPQ |
| City | Mexico City | N/A |
| Country | Mexico | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 200 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 17.530000, -91.980000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Palenque International Airport (PQM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Palenque International Airport (PQM) in Palenque International Airport, Mexico is 777 kilometers (483 miles / 420 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying east southeast at a heading of 105°.
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 a domestic route within Mexico. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 10:53 in Mexico City, it's 10:53 in Palenque International Airport.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,116 feet between the two airports. Palenque International 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 Palenque International Airport (PQM) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 287° (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 Palenque International Airport (PQM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.