MCF
Tampa
United States
1,925 km
1,196 miles
MEX
Mexico City
Mexico
Distance
1,925 km
1,196 mi / 1,039 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/New_York
Heading
245°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

MCF MEX
Airport Name Macdill Afb Airport Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport
IATA Code MCF MEX
ICAO Code KMCF MMMX
City Tampa Mexico City
Country United States Mexico
Timezone America/New_York America/Mexico_City
Elevation 14 ft 7,316 ft
Coordinates 27.850000, -82.520000 19.440000, -99.070000

Tampa (MCF) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Macdill Afb Airport (MCF) in Tampa, United States to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 1,925 kilometers (1,196 miles / 1,039 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west southwest at a heading of 245°.

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 18:20 in Tampa, it's 17:20 in Mexico City.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,302 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than Macdill Afb Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Tampa (MCF) follows a heading of 58° (east 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 Macdill Afb Airport (MCF) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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