Airport Comparison
| MCH | MEX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | General Manuel Serrano Airport | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport |
| IATA Code | MCH | MEX |
| ICAO Code | SEMH | MMMX |
| City | Machala | Mexico City |
| Country | Ecuador | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 11 ft | 7,316 ft |
| Coordinates | -3.270000, -79.960000 | 19.440000, -99.070000 |
Machala (MCH) to Mexico City (MEX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from General Manuel Serrano Airport (MCH) in Machala, Ecuador to Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico is 3,277 kilometers (2,036 miles / 1,770 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.
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 Ecuador with Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:02 in Machala, it's 16:02 in Mexico City.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,305 feet between the two airports. Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport sits higher than General Manuel Serrano Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Mexico City (MEX) to Machala (MCH) follows a heading of 138° (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 General Manuel Serrano Airport (MCH) and Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.