The flight distance from Khwai River Lodge Airport (KHW) in Khwai River Lodge, Botswana to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 14,047 kilometers (8,728 miles / 7,585 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west at a heading of 280°.

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 Botswana 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 08:27 in Khwai River Lodge, it's 00:27 in Mexico City. With a 8-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 4,316 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Khwai River Lodge Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Khwai River Lodge (KHW) follows a heading of 100° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Khwai River Lodge Airport (KHW) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.