Airport Comparison
| MEX | VTU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Hermanos Ameijeiras Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | VTU |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | MUVT |
| City | Mexico City | Las Tunas |
| Country | Mexico | Cuba |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Havana |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 328 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 20.990000, -76.940000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Las Tunas (VTU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Hermanos Ameijeiras Airport (VTU) in Las Tunas, Cuba is 2,314 kilometers (1,438 miles / 1,249 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east at a heading of 82°.
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 Cuba. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:56 in Mexico City, it's 15:56 in Las Tunas.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,988 feet between the two airports. Hermanos Ameijeiras 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 Las Tunas (VTU) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 270° (west). 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 Hermanos Ameijeiras Airport (VTU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.