Airport Comparison
| MEX | YKF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Kitchener / Waterloo Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | YKF |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | CYKF |
| City | Mexico City | Waterloo |
| Country | Mexico | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 1,055 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 43.460000, -80.380000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Waterloo (YKF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Kitchener / Waterloo Airport (YKF) in Waterloo, Canada is 3,189 kilometers (1,982 miles / 1,722 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.
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 22:38 in Mexico City, it's 23:38 in Waterloo.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,261 feet between the two airports. Kitchener / Waterloo 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 Waterloo (YKF) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 219° (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 Kitchener / Waterloo Airport (YKF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.