AMM
Amman
Jordan
12,257 km
7,616 miles
TAM
Tampico
Mexico
Distance
12,257 km
7,616 mi / 6,618 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-9h
Asia/Amman
Heading
315°
northwest

Airport Comparison

AMM TAM
Airport Name Queen Alia International Airport General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport
IATA Code AMM TAM
ICAO Code OJAI MMTM
City Amman Tampico
Country Jordan Mexico
Timezone Asia/Amman America/Mexico_City
Elevation 2,395 ft 80 ft
Coordinates 31.720000, 35.990000 22.300000, -97.870000

Amman (AMM) to Tampico (TAM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) in Amman, Jordan to General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport (TAM) in Tampico, Mexico is 12,257 kilometers (7,616 miles / 6,618 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.

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 Jordan with Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:28 in Amman, it's 17:28 in Tampico. With a 9-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 2,315 feet between the two airports. General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport sits lower than Queen Alia International Airport.

The return flight from Tampico (TAM) to Amman (AMM) follows a heading of 41° (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 Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) and General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport (TAM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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