Airport Comparison
| MEX | SSI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | St Simons Island Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | SSI |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | KSSI |
| City | Mexico City | St Simons Island |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 19 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 31.150000, -81.390000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to St Simons Island (SSI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to St Simons Island Airport (SSI) in St Simons Island, United States is 2,198 kilometers (1,366 miles / 1,187 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.
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 08:30 in Mexico City, it's 09:30 in St Simons Island.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,297 feet between the two airports. St Simons Island 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 St Simons Island (SSI) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 238° (west 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 St Simons Island Airport (SSI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.