Airport Comparison
| FCS | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | FCS | MEX |
| ICAO Code | KFCS | MMMX |
| City | Fort Carson | Mexico City |
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 5,874 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.680000, -104.760000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Fort Carson (FCS) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport (FCS) in Fort Carson, United States to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 2,208 kilometers (1,372 miles / 1,192 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southeast at a heading of 164°.
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 08:51 in Fort Carson, it's 09:51 in Mexico City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,442 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Fort Carson (FCS) follows a heading of 347° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport (FCS) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.