Airport Comparison
| ARA | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Acadiana Regional Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | ARA | MEX |
| ICAO Code | KARA | MMMX |
| City | New Iberia | Mexico City |
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 24 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | 30.040000, -91.880000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
New Iberia (ARA) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Acadiana Regional Airport (ARA) in New Iberia, United States to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 1,383 kilometers (860 miles / 747 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southwest at a heading of 213°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
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 14:17 in New Iberia, it's 14:17 in Mexico City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,292 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Acadiana Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to New Iberia (ARA) follows a heading of 30° (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 Acadiana Regional Airport (ARA) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.