Airport Comparison
| LUC | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Laucala Island Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | LUC | MEX |
| ICAO Code | NFNH | MMMX |
| City | Laucala Island | Mexico City |
| Country | Fiji | Mexico |
| Timezone | Pacific/Fiji | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 10 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | -16.750000, -179.670000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Laucala Island (LUC) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Laucala Island Airport (LUC) in Laucala Island, Fiji to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 9,679 kilometers (6,014 miles / 5,226 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 69°.
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 Fiji with Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:21 in Laucala Island, it's 14:21 in Mexico City. With a 18-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 7,306 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Laucala Island Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Laucala Island (LUC) follows a heading of 251° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Laucala Island Airport (LUC) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.