MEX
Mexico City
Mexico
5,900 km
3,666 miles
VDZ
Valdez
United States
Distance
5,900 km
3,666 mi / 3,186 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Mexico_City
Heading
334°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

MEX VDZ
Airport Name Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport Valdez Pioneer Field
IATA Code MEX VDZ
ICAO Code MMMX PAVD
City Mexico City Valdez
Country Mexico United States
Timezone America/Mexico_City America/Anchorage
Elevation 7,316 ft 128 ft
Coordinates 19.440000, -99.070000 61.130000, -146.240000

Mexico City (MEX) to Valdez (VDZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Valdez Pioneer Field (VDZ) in Valdez, United States is 5,900 kilometers (3,666 miles / 3,186 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 334°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Mexico with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:03 in Mexico City, it's 00:03 in Valdez. 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 7,188 feet between the two airports. Valdez Pioneer Field 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 Valdez (VDZ) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 120° (east southeast). 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 Valdez Pioneer Field (VDZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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