STL
St Louis
United States
2,114 km
1,314 miles
ZCL
Zacatecas
Mexico
Distance
2,114 km
1,314 mi / 1,142 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Chicago
Heading
217°
southwest

Airport Comparison

STL ZCL
Airport Name St Louis Lambert International Airport General Leobardo C. Ruiz International Airport
IATA Code STL ZCL
ICAO Code KSTL MMZC
City St Louis Zacatecas
Country United States Mexico
Timezone America/Chicago America/Mexico_City
Elevation 617 ft 7,141 ft
Coordinates 38.750000, -90.370000 22.900000, -102.690000

St Louis (STL) to Zacatecas (ZCL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) in St Louis, United States to General Leobardo C. Ruiz International Airport (ZCL) in Zacatecas, Mexico is 2,114 kilometers (1,314 miles / 1,142 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southwest at a heading of 217°.

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 United States with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:30 in St Louis, it's 21:30 in Zacatecas.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,524 feet between the two airports. General Leobardo C. Ruiz International Airport sits higher than St Louis Lambert International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Zacatecas (ZCL) to St Louis (STL) 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 St Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) and General Leobardo C. Ruiz International Airport (ZCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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