Airport Comparison
| LSL | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Los Chiles Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | LSL | MEX |
| ICAO Code | MRLC | MMMX |
| City | Los Chiles | Mexico City |
| Country | Costa Rica | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 131 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | 11.040000, -84.710000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Los Chiles (LSL) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Los Chiles Airport (LSL) in Los Chiles, Costa Rica to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 1,800 kilometers (1,118 miles / 972 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west northwest at a heading of 303°.
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 Costa Rica with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:36 in Los Chiles, it's 06:36 in Mexico City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,185 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Los Chiles Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Los Chiles (LSL) follows a heading of 119° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Los Chiles Airport (LSL) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.