Airport Comparison
| MEX | RNL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Rennell/Tingoa Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | RNL |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | AGGR |
| City | Mexico City | Rennell Island |
| Country | Mexico | Solomon Islands |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Pacific/Guadalcanal |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 0 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | -11.530000, 160.060000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Rennell Island (RNL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Rennell/Tingoa Airport (RNL) in Rennell Island, Solomon Islands is 11,557 kilometers (7,181 miles / 6,240 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west at a heading of 262°.
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 Solomon Islands. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:40 in Mexico City, it's 03:40 in Rennell Island. With a 17-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 7,316 feet between the two airports. Rennell/Tingoa 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 Rennell Island (RNL) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 73° (east 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 Rennell/Tingoa Airport (RNL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.