The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Lichinga Airport (VXC) in Lichinga, Mozambique is 15,109 kilometers (9,388 miles / 8,158 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east at a heading of 89°.

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 Mozambique. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:04 in Mexico City, it's 00:04 in Lichinga. 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 2,811 feet between the two airports. Lichinga 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 Lichinga (VXC) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 284° (west 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 Lichinga Airport (VXC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.