Airport Comparison
| CRU | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Lauriston Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | CRU | MEX |
| ICAO Code | TGPZ | MMMX |
| City | Carriacou Island | Mexico City |
| Country | Grenada | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Grenada | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 5 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | 12.480000, -61.470000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Carriacou Island (CRU) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Lauriston Airport (CRU) in Carriacou Island, Grenada to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 4,085 kilometers (2,538 miles / 2,206 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 286°.
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 Grenada with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:34 in Carriacou Island, it's 17:34 in Mexico City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,311 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Lauriston Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Carriacou Island (CRU) follows a heading of 95° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Lauriston Airport (CRU) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.