The flight distance from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) in Chiang Mai, Thailand to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 15,333 kilometers (9,528 miles / 8,279 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northeast at a heading of 26°.

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 Thailand 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 14:56 in Chiang Mai, it's 01:56 in Mexico City. 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 6,280 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Chiang Mai International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Chiang Mai (CNX) follows a heading of 334° (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 Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.