DTW
Detroit
United States
2,932 km
1,822 miles
MEX
Mexico City
Mexico
Distance
2,932 km
1,822 mi / 1,583 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/New_York
Heading
215°
southwest

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Airport Comparison

DTW MEX
Airport Name Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport
IATA Code DTW MEX
ICAO Code KDTW MMMX
City Detroit Mexico City
Country United States Mexico
Timezone America/New_York America/Mexico_City
Elevation 645 ft 7,316 ft
Coordinates 42.210000, -83.350000 19.440000, -99.070000

Detroit (DTW) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) in Detroit, United States to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 2,932 kilometers (1,822 miles / 1,583 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southwest at a heading of 215°.

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 13:08 in Detroit, it's 11:08 in Mexico City.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,671 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Detroit (DTW) follows a heading of 27° (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 Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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