The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) in Santiago de Compostela, Spain is 8,603 kilometers (5,345 miles / 4,645 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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 Spain. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:38 in Mexico City, it's 07:38 in Santiago de Compostela. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,103 feet between the two airports. Santiago de Compostela 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 Santiago de Compostela (SCQ) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 285° (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 Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.