The flight distance from Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) in Mexico City, Mexico to Zhongwei Shapotou Airport (ZHY) in Zhongwei, China is 13,188 kilometers (8,195 miles / 7,121 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 338°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Mexico with China. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:09 in Mexico City, it's 14:09 in Zhongwei. With a 14-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Zhongwei (ZHY) to Mexico City (MEX) follows a heading of 26° (north northeast). 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 Zhongwei Shapotou Airport (ZHY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.