The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Playa Baracoa Airport (UPB) in Havana, Cuba is 1,754 kilometers (1,090 miles / 947 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.

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 Cuba. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:48 in Mexico City, it's 11:48 in Havana.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,214 feet between the two airports. Playa Baracoa 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 Havana (UPB) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 260° (west). 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 Playa Baracoa Airport (UPB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.