The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Miramar Mcas (Joe Foss Field) Airport (NKX) in San Diego, United States is 2,335 kilometers (1,451 miles / 1,261 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

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 Mexico with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:11 in Mexico City, it's 16:11 in San Diego.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,839 feet between the two airports. Miramar Mcas (Joe Foss Field) 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 San Diego (NKX) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 125° (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 Miramar Mcas (Joe Foss Field) Airport (NKX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.