Airport Comparison
| MEX | WAE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Wadi Al Dawasir Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | WAE |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | OEWD |
| City | Mexico City | N/A |
| Country | Mexico | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 2,062 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 20.500000, 45.200000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Wadi Al Dawasir Airport (WAE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Wadi Al Dawasir Airport (WAE) in Wadi Al Dawasir Airport, Saudi Arabia is 14,111 kilometers (8,768 miles / 7,619 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.
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 Saudi Arabia. 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 02:51 in Mexico City, it's 11:51 in Wadi Al Dawasir Airport. With a 9-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 5,254 feet between the two airports. Wadi Al Dawasir 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 Wadi Al Dawasir Airport (WAE) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 316° (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 Wadi Al Dawasir Airport (WAE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.