The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) in Xianyang, China is 13,339 kilometers (8,289 miles / 7,203 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 334°.

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 14:38 in Mexico City, it's 04:38 in Xianyang. 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 5,744 feet between the two airports. Xi'an Xianyang International 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 Xianyang (XIY) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 31° (north 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 Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.