Airport Comparison
| MEX | SPF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Black Hills-Clyde Ice Field |
| IATA Code | MEX | SPF |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | KSPF |
| City | Mexico City | Spearfish |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 3,933 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 44.480000, -103.790000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Spearfish (SPF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Black Hills-Clyde Ice Field (SPF) in Spearfish, United States is 2,818 kilometers (1,751 miles / 1,522 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north at a heading of 352°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Mexico with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:54 in Mexico City, it's 04:54 in Spearfish.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,383 feet between the two airports. Black Hills-Clyde Ice Field 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 Spearfish (SPF) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 170° (south). 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 Black Hills-Clyde Ice Field (SPF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.