The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Xingcheng Air Base (XEN) in Xingcheng Air Base, China is 12,177 kilometers (7,566 miles / 6,575 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

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 China. 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 16:50 in Mexico City, it's 06:50 in Xingcheng Air Base. 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 7,286 feet between the two airports. Xingcheng Air Base 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 Xingcheng Air Base (XEN) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 40° (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 Xingcheng Air Base (XEN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.