MEX
Mexico City
Mexico
342 km
212 miles
TAM
Tampico
Mexico
Distance
342 km
212 mi / 184 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
America/Mexico_City
Heading
21°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

MEX TAM
Airport Name Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport
IATA Code MEX TAM
ICAO Code MMMX MMTM
City Mexico City Tampico
Country Mexico Mexico
Timezone America/Mexico_City America/Mexico_City
Elevation 7,316 ft 80 ft
Coordinates 19.440000, -99.070000 22.300000, -97.870000

Mexico City (MEX) to Tampico (TAM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport (TAM) in Tampico, Mexico is 342 kilometers (212 miles / 184 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying north northeast at a heading of 21°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within Mexico. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 11:20 in Mexico City, it's 11:20 in Tampico.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,236 feet between the two airports. General Francisco Javier Mina 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 Tampico (TAM) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 202° (south southwest). 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 General Francisco Javier Mina International Airport (TAM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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