Airport Comparison
| GMD | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ben Slimane Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | GMD | MEX |
| ICAO Code | GMMB | MMMX |
| City | Ben Slimane | Mexico City |
| Country | Morocco | Mexico |
| Timezone | Africa/Casablanca | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 627 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.660000, -7.220000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Ben Slimane (GMD) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ben Slimane Airport (GMD) in Ben Slimane, Morocco to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 8,989 kilometers (5,586 miles / 4,854 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 287°.
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 Morocco with Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:50 in Ben Slimane, it's 14:50 in Mexico City. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,689 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Ben Slimane Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Ben Slimane (GMD) follows a heading of 57° (east 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 Ben Slimane Airport (GMD) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.