Airport Comparison
| MEX | YXJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport | Fort St John Airport |
| IATA Code | MEX | YXJ |
| ICAO Code | MMMX | CYXJ |
| City | Mexico City | Fort Saint John |
| Country | Mexico | Canada |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | America/Dawson_Creek |
| Elevation | 7,316 ft | 2,280 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.440000, -99.070000 | 56.240000, -120.740000 |
Mexico City (MEX) to Fort Saint John (YXJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Fort St John Airport (YXJ) in Fort Saint John, Canada is 4,471 kilometers (2,778 miles / 2,414 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
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 21:36 in Mexico City, it's 20:36 in Fort Saint John.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,036 feet between the two airports. Fort St John 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 Fort Saint John (YXJ) 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 Fort St John Airport (YXJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.