MCH
Machala
Ecuador
3,277 km
2,036 miles
MEX
Mexico City
Mexico
Distance
3,277 km
2,036 mi / 1,770 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
America/Guayaquil
Heading
321°
northwest

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.

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