Airport Comparison
| FTW | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Fort Worth Meacham International Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | FTW | MEX |
| ICAO Code | KFTW | MMMX |
| City | Fort Worth | Mexico City |
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 710 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | 32.820000, -97.360000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Fort Worth (FTW) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Fort Worth Meacham International Airport (FTW) in Fort Worth, United States to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 1,497 kilometers (930 miles / 809 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south at a heading of 187°.
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 04:45 in Fort Worth, it's 04:45 in Mexico City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,606 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Fort Worth Meacham International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Fort Worth (FTW) follows a heading of 6° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Fort Worth Meacham International Airport (FTW) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.