Airport Comparison
| MEX | RUY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Copan Ruinas Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | RUY |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | MHRU |
| City | Mexico City | Ruinas de Copan |
| Country | Mexico | Honduras |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 1,990 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 14.840000, -89.140000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Ruinas de Copan (RUY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Copan Ruinas Airport (RUY) in Ruinas de Copan, Honduras is 1,172 kilometers (728 miles / 633 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying east southeast at a heading of 114°.
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 08:55 in Mexico City, it's 08:55 in Ruinas de Copan.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,326 feet between the two airports. Copan Ruinas 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 Ruinas de Copan (RUY) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 297° (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 Copan Ruinas Airport (RUY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.