Airport Comparison
| MEX | SOP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Moore County Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | SOP |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | KSOP |
| City | Mexico City | Pinehurst/Southern Pines |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 459 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 35.240000, -79.390000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Pinehurst/Southern Pines (SOP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Moore County Airport (SOP) in Pinehurst/Southern Pines, United States is 2,610 kilometers (1,622 miles / 1,409 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northeast at a heading of 44°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Mexico with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:32 in Mexico City, it's 05:32 in Pinehurst/Southern Pines.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,857 feet between the two airports. Moore County 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 Pinehurst/Southern Pines (SOP) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 233° (southwest). 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 Moore County Airport (SOP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.