The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to U-Tapao International Airport (UTP) in Rayong, Thailand is 15,821 kilometers (9,831 miles / 8,543 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.

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 Thailand. 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 03:42 in Mexico City, it's 16:42 in Rayong. With a 13-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 7,274 feet between the two airports. U-Tapao 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 Rayong (UTP) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 32° (north 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 U-Tapao International Airport (UTP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.