Airport Comparison
| MEX | VPS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Eglin Afb/Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | VPS |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | KVPS |
| City | Mexico City | Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 84 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 30.480000, -86.530000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach (VPS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Eglin Afb/Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport (VPS) in Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach, United States is 1,759 kilometers (1,093 miles / 950 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
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 04:49 in Mexico City, it's 04:49 in Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,232 feet between the two airports. Eglin Afb/Destin-Ft Walton Beach 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 Valparaiso/Destin-Ft Walton Beach (VPS) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 229° (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 Eglin Afb/Destin-Ft Walton Beach Airport (VPS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.