Airport Comparison
| GTN | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Glentanner Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | GTN | MEX |
| ICAO Code | NZGT | MMMX |
| City | Glentanner Station | Mexico City |
| Country | New Zealand | Mexico |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 1,824 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.910000, 170.130000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Glentanner Station (GTN) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Glentanner Airport (GTN) in Glentanner Station, New Zealand to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 11,554 kilometers (7,179 miles / 6,238 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 76°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting New Zealand with Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 00:06 in Glentanner Station, it's 05:06 in Mexico City. With a 19-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 5,492 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Glentanner Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Glentanner Station (GTN) follows a heading of 228° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Glentanner Airport (GTN) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.