Airport Comparison
| MEX | XPL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Comayagua-Palmerola International Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | XPL |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | MHPR |
| City | Mexico City | Comayagua |
| Country | Mexico | Honduras |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 2,064 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 14.380000, -87.620000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Comayagua (XPL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Comayagua-Palmerola International Airport (XPL) in Comayagua, Honduras is 1,341 kilometers (833 miles / 724 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east southeast at a heading of 113°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Mexico with Honduras. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:51 in Mexico City, it's 20:51 in Comayagua.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,252 feet between the two airports. Comayagua-Palmerola 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 Comayagua (XPL) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 296° (west 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 Comayagua-Palmerola International Airport (XPL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.