CMI
Champaign/Urbana
United States
2,512 km
1,561 miles
MEX
Mexico City
Mexico
Distance
2,512 km
1,561 mi / 1,356 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Chicago
Heading
207°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

CMI MEX
Airport Name University Of Illinois/Willard Airport Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport
IATA Code CMI MEX
ICAO Code KCMI MMMX
City Champaign/Urbana Mexico City
Country United States Mexico
Timezone America/Chicago America/Mexico_City
Elevation 755 ft 7,316 ft
Coordinates 40.040000, -88.280000 19.440000, -99.070000

Champaign/Urbana (CMI) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from University Of Illinois/Willard Airport (CMI) in Champaign/Urbana, United States to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 2,512 kilometers (1,561 miles / 1,356 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southwest at a heading of 207°.

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 01:22 in Champaign/Urbana, it's 01:22 in Mexico City.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,561 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than University Of Illinois/Willard Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Champaign/Urbana (CMI) follows a heading of 22° (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 University Of Illinois/Willard Airport (CMI) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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