Airport Comparison
| MEX | YKX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Kirkland Lake Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | YKX |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | CYKX |
| City | Mexico City | Kirkland Lake |
| Country | Mexico | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 1,157 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 48.210000, -79.980000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Kirkland Lake (YKX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Kirkland Lake Airport (YKX) in Kirkland Lake, Canada is 3,630 kilometers (2,256 miles / 1,960 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northeast at a heading of 24°.
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 Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:40 in Mexico City, it's 04:40 in Kirkland Lake.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,159 feet between the two airports. Kirkland Lake 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 Kirkland Lake (YKX) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 215° (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 Kirkland Lake Airport (YKX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.