Airport Comparison
| MEX | YCG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Castlegar / West Kootenay Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | YCG |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | CYCG |
| City | Mexico City | Castlegar |
| Country | Mexico | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 1,624 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 49.300000, -117.630000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Castlegar (YCG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Castlegar / West Kootenay Regional Airport (YCG) in Castlegar, Canada is 3,709 kilometers (2,305 miles / 2,003 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 338°.
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 Canada. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 22:50 in Mexico City, it's 20:50 in Castlegar.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,692 feet between the two airports. Castlegar / West Kootenay Regional 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 Castlegar (YCG) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 147° (south 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 Castlegar / West Kootenay Regional Airport (YCG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.