Airport Comparison
| MEX | TUG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Tuguegarao Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | TUG |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | RPUT |
| City | Mexico City | Tuguegarao City |
| Country | Mexico | Philippines |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Asia/Manila |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 70 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 17.640000, 121.730000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Tuguegarao City (TUG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Tuguegarao Airport (TUG) in Tuguegarao City, Philippines is 13,945 kilometers (8,665 miles / 7,530 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.
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 Philippines. 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 07:11 in Mexico City, it's 21:11 in Tuguegarao City. With a 14-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 7,246 feet between the two airports. Tuguegarao 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 Tuguegarao City (TUG) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 49° (northeast). 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 Tuguegarao Airport (TUG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.