Airport Comparison
| MEX | SAL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | El Salvador International Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | SAL |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | MSLP |
| City | Mexico City | Santa Clara |
| Country | Mexico | El Salvador |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/El_Salvador |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 101 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 13.440000, -89.060000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Santa Clara (SAL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to El Salvador International Airport (SAL) in Santa Clara, El Salvador is 1,258 kilometers (782 miles / 679 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying east southeast at a heading of 121°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Mexico with El Salvador. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:59 in Mexico City, it's 04:59 in Santa Clara.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,215 feet between the two airports. El Salvador 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 Santa Clara (SAL) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 303° (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 El Salvador International Airport (SAL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.