Airport Comparison
| MEX | TSU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Tabiteuea South Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | TSU |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | NGTS |
| City | Mexico City | Tabiteuea South |
| Country | Mexico | Kiribati |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Pacific/Tarawa |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 0 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | -1.470000, 175.060000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Tabiteuea South (TSU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Tabiteuea South Airport (TSU) in Tabiteuea South, Kiribati is 9,629 kilometers (5,983 miles / 5,199 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 267°.
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 Kiribati. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:30 in Mexico City, it's 14:30 in Tabiteuea South. With a 18-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 7,316 feet between the two airports. Tabiteuea South 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 Tabiteuea South (TSU) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 70° (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 Tabiteuea South Airport (TSU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.