The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Scatsta Airport (SCS) in Shetland Islands, United Kingdom is 8,552 kilometers (5,314 miles / 4,617 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northeast at a heading of 30°.

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 United Kingdom. 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 05:08 in Mexico City, it's 11:08 in Shetland Islands. With a 6-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 7,235 feet between the two airports. Scatsta 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 Shetland Islands (SCS) 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 Scatsta Airport (SCS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.