Airport Comparison
| MEX | SJD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Los Cabos International Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | SJD |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | MMSD |
| City | Mexico City | San Jose del Cabo |
| Country | Mexico | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Mazatlan |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 374 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 23.150000, -109.720000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to San Jose del Cabo (SJD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) in San Jose del Cabo, Mexico is 1,178 kilometers (732 miles / 636 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west northwest at a heading of 292°.
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 a domestic route within Mexico. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 1-hour time difference between the two cities.
Time zone information: When it's 17:37 in Mexico City, it's 16:37 in San Jose del Cabo.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,942 feet between the two airports. Los Cabos 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 San Jose del Cabo (SJD) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 109° (east southeast). 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 Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.