Airport Comparison
| DWC | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Al Maktoum International Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | DWC | MEX |
| ICAO Code | OMDW | MMMX |
| City | Jebel Ali | Mexico City |
| Country | United Arab Emirates | Mexico |
| Timezone | Asia/Dubai | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 114 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | 24.900000, 55.160000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Jebel Ali (DWC) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) in Jebel Ali, United Arab Emirates to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 14,351 kilometers (8,917 miles / 7,749 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.
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 United Arab Emirates 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 15:03 in Jebel Ali, it's 05:03 in Mexico City. With a 10-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 7,202 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Al Maktoum International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Jebel Ali (DWC) follows a heading of 31° (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 Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.