The flight distance from Hamburg Airport (HAM) in Hamburg, Germany to El Lencero Airport (JAL) in Xalapa, Mexico is 9,324 kilometers (5,794 miles / 5,035 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 295°.

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 Germany with Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:46 in Hamburg, it's 18:46 in Xalapa. 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 3,074 feet between the two airports. El Lencero Airport sits higher than Hamburg Airport.

The return flight from Xalapa (JAL) to Hamburg (HAM) follows a heading of 35° (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 Hamburg Airport (HAM) and El Lencero Airport (JAL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.