Airport Comparison
| MEX | RMQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Taichung Ching Chuang Kang Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | RMQ |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | RCMQ |
| City | Mexico City | Taichung City |
| Country | Mexico | Taiwan |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Asia/Taipei |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 663 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 24.260000, 120.620000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Taichung City (RMQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Taichung Ching Chuang Kang Airport (RMQ) in Taichung City, Taiwan is 13,527 kilometers (8,406 miles / 7,304 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 317°.
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 Taiwan. 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 11:08 in Mexico City, it's 01:08 in Taichung City. With a 14-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 6,653 feet between the two airports. Taichung Ching Chuang Kang 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 Taichung City (RMQ) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 45° (northeast). 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 Taichung Ching Chuang Kang Airport (RMQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.