Airport Comparison
| MEX | YKQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Waskaganish Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | YKQ |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | CYKQ |
| City | Mexico City | Waskaganish |
| Country | Mexico | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Toronto |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 80 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 51.470000, -78.760000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Waskaganish (YKQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Waskaganish Airport (YKQ) in Waskaganish, Canada is 3,979 kilometers (2,472 miles / 2,148 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northeast at a heading of 22°.
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 00:19 in Mexico City, it's 01:19 in Waskaganish.
There is a significant elevation difference of 7,236 feet between the two airports. Waskaganish 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 Waskaganish (YKQ) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 214° (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 Waskaganish Airport (YKQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.