Airport Comparison
| BLO | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Hjaltabakki Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | BLO | MEX |
| ICAO Code | BIBL | MMMX |
| City | Blonduos | Mexico City |
| Country | Iceland | Mexico |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Reykjavik | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 131 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | 65.640000, -20.290000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Blonduos (BLO) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Hjaltabakki Airport (BLO) in Blonduos, Iceland to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 7,532 kilometers (4,680 miles / 4,067 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west at a heading of 268°.
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 Iceland with Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:09 in Blonduos, it's 20:09 in Mexico City. With a 6-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 7,185 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Hjaltabakki Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Blonduos (BLO) follows a heading of 26° (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 Hjaltabakki Airport (BLO) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.