The flight distance from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) in Jakarta, Indonesia to El Lencero Airport (JAL) in Xalapa, Mexico is 17,076 kilometers (10,611 miles / 9,221 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying east northeast at a heading of 57°.

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 Indonesia 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 11:36 in Jakarta, it's 22:36 in Xalapa. With a 13-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 3,093 feet between the two airports. El Lencero Airport sits higher than Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.

The return flight from Xalapa (JAL) to Jakarta (CGK) follows a heading of 297° (west 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 Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) and El Lencero Airport (JAL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.