Airport Comparison
| LIY | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Wright Army Air Field (Fort Stewart)/Midcoast Regional Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | LIY | MEX |
| ICAO Code | KLHW | MMMX |
| City | Fort Stewart (Hinesville) | Mexico City |
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/New_York | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 47 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | 31.900000, -81.600000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Fort Stewart (Hinesville) (LIY) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Wright Army Air Field (Fort Stewart)/Midcoast Regional Airport (LIY) in Fort Stewart (Hinesville), United States to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 2,227 kilometers (1,384 miles / 1,203 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southwest at a heading of 236°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting United States with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:32 in Fort Stewart (Hinesville), it's 00:32 in Mexico City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,269 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Wright Army Air Field (Fort Stewart)/Midcoast Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Fort Stewart (Hinesville) (LIY) follows a heading of 48° (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 Wright Army Air Field (Fort Stewart)/Midcoast Regional Airport (LIY) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.