Airport Comparison
| MEX | NUQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Moffett Federal Airfield |
| IATA Code | MEX | NUQ |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | KNUQ |
| City | Mexico City | Mountain View |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 37 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 37.420000, -122.050000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Mountain View (NUQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Moffett Federal Airfield (NUQ) in Mountain View, United States is 2,992 kilometers (1,859 miles / 1,616 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 317°.
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 22:43 in Mexico City, it's 20:43 in Mountain View.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,279 feet between the two airports. Moffett Federal Airfield 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 Mountain View (NUQ) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 126° (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 Moffett Federal Airfield (NUQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.