Airport Comparison
| MEX | SHJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Sharjah International Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | SHJ |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | OMSJ |
| City | Mexico City | Sharjah |
| Country | Mexico | United Arab Emirates |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Asia/Dubai |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 111 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 25.330000, 55.520000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Sharjah (SHJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates is 14,329 kilometers (8,904 miles / 7,737 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northeast at a heading of 30°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Mexico with United Arab Emirates. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:22 in Mexico City, it's 11:22 in Sharjah. With a 10-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 7,205 feet between the two airports. Sharjah 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 Sharjah (SHJ) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 329° (north 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 Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.