The flight distance from Ellington Airport (EFD) in Houston, United States to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 1,198 kilometers (744 miles / 647 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southwest at a heading of 200°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

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 12:31 in Houston, it's 12:31 in Mexico City.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,284 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Ellington Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Houston (EFD) follows a heading of 18° (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 Ellington Airport (EFD) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.