Airport Comparison
| MEX | SXK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Saumlaki Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | SXK |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | WAPI |
| City | Mexico City | Saumlaki-Yamdena Island |
| Country | Mexico | Indonesia |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Asia/Jayapura |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 218 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | -7.990000, 131.310000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Saumlaki-Yamdena Island (SXK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Saumlaki Airport (SXK) in Saumlaki-Yamdena Island, Indonesia is 14,447 kilometers (8,977 miles / 7,801 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west at a heading of 276°.
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 Indonesia. 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 00:21 in Mexico City, it's 15:21 in Saumlaki-Yamdena Island. With a 15-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 7,098 feet between the two airports. Saumlaki 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 Saumlaki-Yamdena Island (SXK) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 71° (east northeast). 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 Saumlaki Airport (SXK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.