Airport Comparison
| MEX | RKT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Ras Al Khaimah International Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | RKT |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | OMRK |
| City | Mexico City | Ras Al Khaimah |
| Country | Mexico | United Arab Emirates |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Asia/Dubai |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 102 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 25.610000, 55.940000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Ras Al Khaimah (RKT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates is 14,324 kilometers (8,901 miles / 7,734 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.
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 United Arab Emirates. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:39 in Mexico City, it's 20:39 in Ras Al Khaimah. With a 10-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 7,214 feet between the two airports. Ras Al Khaimah 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 Ras Al Khaimah (RKT) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 329° (north 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 Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.