Airport Comparison
| MEX | WAL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Wallops Flight Facility Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | WAL |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | KWAL |
| City | Mexico City | Wallops Island |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 40 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 37.940000, -75.470000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Wallops Island (WAL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Wallops Flight Facility Airport (WAL) in Wallops Island, United States is 3,070 kilometers (1,908 miles / 1,658 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.
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 06:44 in Mexico City, it's 07:44 in Wallops Island.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,276 feet between the two airports. Wallops Flight Facility 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 Wallops Island (WAL) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 235° (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 Wallops Flight Facility Airport (WAL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.