Airport Comparison
| ELA | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Eagle Lake Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | ELA | MEX |
| ICAO Code | KELA | MMMX |
| City | Eagle Lake | Mexico City |
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 184 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.600000, -96.320000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Eagle Lake (ELA) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Eagle Lake Airport (ELA) in Eagle Lake, United States to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 1,163 kilometers (723 miles / 628 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southwest at a heading of 194°.
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 15:29 in Eagle Lake, it's 15:29 in Mexico City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,132 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Eagle Lake Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Eagle Lake (ELA) follows a heading of 13° (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 Eagle Lake Airport (ELA) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.