Airport Comparison
| MEX | PWK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Chicago Executive Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | PWK |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | KPWK |
| City | Mexico City | Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 647 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 42.100000, -87.900000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling (PWK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling, United States is 2,731 kilometers (1,697 miles / 1,474 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northeast at a heading of 20°.
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 19:27 in Mexico City, it's 19:27 in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,669 feet between the two airports. Chicago Executive 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 Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling (PWK) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 206° (south 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 Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.