GAL
Galena
United States
6,560 km
4,076 miles
MEX
Mexico City
Mexico
Distance
6,560 km
4,076 mi / 3,542 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
America/Anchorage
Heading
111°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

GAL MEX
Airport Name Edward G Pitka Sr Airport Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport
IATA Code GAL MEX
ICAO Code PAGA MMMX
City Galena Mexico City
Country United States Mexico
Timezone America/Anchorage America/Mexico_City
Elevation 154 ft 7,316 ft
Coordinates 64.740000, -156.930000 19.440000, -99.070000

Galena (GAL) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edward G Pitka Sr Airport (GAL) in Galena, United States to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 6,560 kilometers (4,076 miles / 3,542 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east southeast at a heading of 111°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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 10:54 in Galena, it's 13:54 in Mexico City. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,162 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Edward G Pitka Sr Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Galena (GAL) follows a heading of 335° (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 Edward G Pitka Sr Airport (GAL) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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