Airport Comparison
| AHE | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ahe Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | AHE | MEX |
| ICAO Code | NTHE | MMMX |
| City | Ahe Atoll | Mexico City |
| Country | French Polynesia | Mexico |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tahiti | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 11 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | -14.430000, -146.260000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Ahe Atoll (AHE) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ahe Airport (AHE) in Ahe Atoll, French Polynesia to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 6,391 kilometers (3,971 miles / 3,451 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting French Polynesia with Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:53 in Ahe Atoll, it's 20:53 in Mexico City. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,305 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Ahe Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Ahe Atoll (AHE) follows a heading of 237° (west 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 Ahe Airport (AHE) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.