Airport Comparison
| BRO | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | BRO | MEX |
| ICAO Code | KBRO | MMMX |
| City | Brownsville | Mexico City |
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 22 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | 25.910000, -97.430000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Brownsville (BRO) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport (BRO) in Brownsville, United States to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 739 kilometers (459 miles / 399 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southwest at a heading of 193°.
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 05:04 in Brownsville, it's 05:04 in Mexico City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,294 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Brownsville (BRO) follows a heading of 13° (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 Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport (BRO) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.