Airport Comparison
| MEX | PXO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Porto Santo Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | PXO |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | LPPS |
| City | Mexico City | Vila Baleira |
| Country | Mexico | Portugal |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Europe/Lisbon |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 341 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 33.070000, -16.350000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Vila Baleira (PXO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Porto Santo Airport (PXO) in Vila Baleira, Portugal is 8,188 kilometers (5,088 miles / 4,421 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 60°.
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 Portugal. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:58 in Mexico City, it's 11:58 in Vila Baleira. With a 6-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 6,975 feet between the two airports. Porto Santo 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 Vila Baleira (PXO) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 283° (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 Porto Santo Airport (PXO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.