Airport Comparison
| MEX | TLV | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Ben Gurion International Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | TLV |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | LLBG |
| City | Mexico City | Tel Aviv |
| Country | Mexico | Israel |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Asia/Jerusalem |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 135 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 32.010000, 34.890000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Tel Aviv (TLV) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) in Tel Aviv, Israel is 12,482 kilometers (7,756 miles / 6,740 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.
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 Israel. 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 23:58 in Mexico City, it's 07:58 in Tel Aviv. With a 8-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 7,181 feet between the two airports. Ben Gurion 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 Tel Aviv (TLV) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 313° (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 Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.