The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Puerto Cabezas Airport (PUZ) in Puerto Cabezas, Nicaragua is 1,773 kilometers (1,102 miles / 957 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east southeast at a heading of 107°.

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 Nicaragua. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:10 in Mexico City, it's 16:10 in Puerto Cabezas.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,264 feet between the two airports. Puerto Cabezas 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 Puerto Cabezas (PUZ) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 292° (west northwest). 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 Puerto Cabezas Airport (PUZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.