Airport Comparison
| HAQ | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Hanimaadhoo International Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | HAQ | MEX |
| ICAO Code | VRMH | MMMX |
| City | Haa Dhaalu | Mexico City |
| Country | Maldives | Mexico |
| Timezone | Indian/Maldives | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 4 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | 6.750000, 73.170000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Haa Dhaalu (HAQ) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Hanimaadhoo International Airport (HAQ) in Haa Dhaalu, Maldives to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 16,981 kilometers (10,552 miles / 9,169 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying north northwest at a heading of 344°.
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 Maldives with Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:40 in Haa Dhaalu, it's 01:40 in Mexico City. With a 11-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 7,312 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Hanimaadhoo International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Haa Dhaalu (HAQ) follows a heading of 17° (north 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 Hanimaadhoo International Airport (HAQ) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.