Airport Comparison
| AYM | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Yas Island Seaplane Base | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | AYM | MEX |
| ICAO Code | _AYM | MMMX |
| City | Yas Island | Mexico City |
| Country | United Arab Emirates | Mexico |
| Timezone | Asia/Dubai | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 0 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | 24.470000, 54.610000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Yas Island (AYM) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Yas Island Seaplane Base (AYM) in Yas Island, United Arab Emirates to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 14,362 kilometers (8,924 miles / 7,755 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.
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 United Arab Emirates 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 08:40 in Yas Island, it's 22:40 in Mexico City. With a 10-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 7,316 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Yas Island Seaplane Base. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Yas Island (AYM) 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 Yas Island Seaplane Base (AYM) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.