MEX
Mexico City
Mexico
212 km
132 miles
PAZ
Poza Rica
Mexico
Distance
212 km
132 mi / 114 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Mexico_City
Heading
52°
northeast

Airport Comparison

MEX PAZ
Airport Name Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport El Tajin National Airport
IATA Code MEX PAZ
ICAO Code MMMX MMPA
City Mexico City Poza Rica
Country Mexico Mexico
Timezone America/Mexico_City America/Mexico_City
Elevation 7,316 ft 497 ft
Coordinates 19.440000, -99.070000 20.600000, -97.460000

Mexico City (MEX) to Poza Rica (PAZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to El Tajin National Airport (PAZ) in Poza Rica, Mexico is 212 kilometers (132 miles / 114 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within Mexico. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 15:47 in Mexico City, it's 15:47 in Poza Rica.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,819 feet between the two airports. El Tajin National 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 Poza Rica (PAZ) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 233° (southwest). 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 El Tajin National Airport (PAZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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