Airport Comparison
| MEX | RTB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Juan Manuel Galvez International Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | RTB |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | MHRO |
| City | Mexico City | Roatan Island |
| Country | Mexico | Honduras |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 18 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 16.320000, -86.520000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Roatan Island (RTB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Juan Manuel Galvez International Airport (RTB) in Roatan Island, Honduras is 1,372 kilometers (853 miles / 741 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east southeast at a heading of 103°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Mexico with Honduras. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:52 in Mexico City, it's 15:52 in Roatan Island.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,298 feet between the two airports. Juan Manuel Galvez 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 Roatan Island (RTB) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 287° (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 Juan Manuel Galvez International Airport (RTB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.