CDL
Candle
United States
6,822 km
4,239 miles
MEX
Mexico City
Mexico
Distance
6,822 km
4,239 mi / 3,684 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Anchorage
Heading
107°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

CDL MEX
Airport Name Candle 2 Airport Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport
IATA Code CDL MEX
ICAO Code AK75 MMMX
City Candle Mexico City
Country United States Mexico
Timezone America/Anchorage America/Mexico_City
Elevation 15 ft 7,316 ft
Coordinates 65.910000, -161.930000 19.440000, -99.070000

Candle (CDL) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Candle 2 Airport (CDL) in Candle, United States to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 6,822 kilometers (4,239 miles / 3,684 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east southeast at a heading of 107°.

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 United States with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:29 in Candle, it's 12:29 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 7,301 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Candle 2 Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Candle (CDL) follows a heading of 336° (north 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 Candle 2 Airport (CDL) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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