MEX
Mexico City
Mexico
7,982 km
4,960 miles
RAI
Praia
Cape Verde
Distance
7,982 km
4,960 mi / 4,310 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Mexico_City
Heading
80°
east

Airport Comparison

MEX RAI
Airport Name Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport Praia International Airport
IATA Code MEX RAI
ICAO Code MMMX GVNP
City Mexico City Praia
Country Mexico Cape Verde
Timezone America/Mexico_City Atlantic/Cape_Verde
Elevation 7,316 ft 230 ft
Coordinates 19.440000, -99.070000 14.920000, -23.490000

Mexico City (MEX) to Praia (RAI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Praia International Airport (RAI) in Praia, Cape Verde is 7,982 kilometers (4,960 miles / 4,310 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 80°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Mexico with Cape Verde. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:32 in Mexico City, it's 02:32 in Praia. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,086 feet between the two airports. Praia International 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 Praia (RAI) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 286° (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 Praia International Airport (RAI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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