The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Sharurah Airport (SHW) in Sharurah Airport, Saudi Arabia is 14,494 kilometers (9,006 miles / 7,826 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northeast at a heading of 44°.

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 Saudi Arabia. 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 16:25 in Mexico City, it's 01:25 in Sharurah Airport. With a 9-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 4,953 feet between the two airports. Sharurah 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 Sharurah Airport (SHW) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 316° (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 Sharurah Airport (SHW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.