The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada International Airport (MXL) in Mexicali, Mexico is 2,177 kilometers (1,353 miles / 1,175 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.

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 a domestic route within Mexico. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 2-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 05:09 in Mexico City, it's 03:09 in Mexicali.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,242 feet between the two airports. General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada International Airport sits lower than Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Mexicali (MXL) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 128° (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 Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and General Rodolfo Sanchez Taboada International Airport (MXL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.