The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Nuku Hiva Airport (NHV) in Nuku Hiva Airport, French Polynesia is 5,494 kilometers (3,414 miles / 2,966 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west southwest at a heading of 239°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Mexico with French Polynesia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:55 in Mexico City, it's 16:25 in Nuku Hiva Airport. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,096 feet between the two airports. Nuku Hiva 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 Nuku Hiva Airport (NHV) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 55° (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 Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Nuku Hiva Airport (NHV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.