Airport Comparison
| BYS | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bicycle Lake Army Air Field | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | BYS | MEX |
| ICAO Code | KBYS | MMMX |
| City | Fort Irwin/Barstow | Mexico City |
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 2,350 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.280000, -116.630000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Fort Irwin/Barstow (BYS) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (BYS) in Fort Irwin/Barstow, United States to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 2,464 kilometers (1,531 miles / 1,330 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southeast at a heading of 131°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
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 01:34 in Fort Irwin/Barstow, it's 03:34 in Mexico City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,966 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Bicycle Lake Army Air Field. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Fort Irwin/Barstow (BYS) follows a heading of 319° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (BYS) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.