Airport Comparison
| MEX | RIH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Cap Scarlet R. Martínez L. Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | RIH |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | MPSM |
| City | Mexico City | Río Hato |
| Country | Mexico | Panama |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Panama |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 105 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 8.380000, -80.130000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Río Hato (RIH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Cap Scarlet R. Martínez L. Airport (RIH) in Río Hato, Panama is 2,382 kilometers (1,480 miles / 1,286 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 118°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Mexico with Panama. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:37 in Mexico City, it's 11:37 in Río Hato.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,211 feet between the two airports. Cap Scarlet R. Martínez L. 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 Río Hato (RIH) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 303° (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 Cap Scarlet R. Martínez L. Airport (RIH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.