The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway (UGL) in Antartica, AQ is 11,073 kilometers (6,881 miles / 5,979 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying south at a heading of 177°.

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 AQ. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:29 in Mexico City, it's 19:29 in Antartica. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,855 feet between the two airports. Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway 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 Antartica (UGL) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 345° (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 Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway (UGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.