ARI
Arica
Chile
5,243 km
3,258 miles
MEX
Mexico City
Mexico
Distance
5,243 km
3,258 mi / 2,831 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Santiago
Heading
322°
northwest

Airport Comparison

ARI MEX
Airport Name Chacalluta Airport Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport
IATA Code ARI MEX
ICAO Code SCAR MMMX
City Arica Mexico City
Country Chile Mexico
Timezone America/Santiago America/Mexico_City
Elevation 167 ft 7,316 ft
Coordinates -18.350000, -70.340000 19.440000, -99.070000

Arica (ARI) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chacalluta Airport (ARI) in Arica, Chile to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 5,243 kilometers (3,258 miles / 2,831 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:08 in Arica, it's 08:08 in Mexico City. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,149 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Chacalluta Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Arica (ARI) follows a heading of 142° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Chacalluta Airport (ARI) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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