Airport Comparison
New Delhi (DEL) to Xalapa (JAL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in New Delhi, India to El Lencero Airport (JAL) in Xalapa, Mexico is 14,632 kilometers (9,092 miles / 7,901 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north at a heading of 352°.
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 India 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 05:23 in New Delhi, it's 17:53 in Xalapa. With a 11.5-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 2,350 feet between the two airports. El Lencero Airport sits higher than Indira Gandhi International Airport.
The return flight from Xalapa (JAL) to New Delhi (DEL) follows a heading of 7° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) and El Lencero Airport (JAL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.