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LAX to MEX: Distance and Flight Time

The distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) is 2,500 km (1,554 mi). A typical nonstop flight covers it in about 3h 40m, heading southeast. The distance is the same in either direction (MEX to LAX).

Distance
2,500 km
Distance (mi)
1,554 mi
Nautical miles
1,350 nm
Typical flight time
3h 40m
Direction
southeast
Airlines
7

How far is it from Los Angeles to Mexico City?

The great-circle distance between Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) is 2,500 km (1,554 mi, 1,350 nautical miles). That is the straight-line distance; a real flight is a little longer because of air-traffic routing.

How long is the flight from LAX to MEX?

A nonstop flight typically takes about 3h 40m. This is an estimate from the distance; actual block times depend on the aircraft, winds and the exact routing. MEX is roughly southeast of LAX.

Airlines flying LAX to MEX

7 airlines appear on this route in the open route dataset. Codes and carriers:

Frequently asked questions

How far is Los Angeles from Mexico City?

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) are 2,500 km (1,554 mi, 1,350 nautical miles) apart in a straight line.

How long is the flight from LAX to MEX?

A typical nonstop flight between LAX and MEX takes about 3h 40m. Actual times vary with aircraft type, winds and routing.

What direction is MEX from LAX?

Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX) lies roughly southeast of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

Which airlines fly LAX to MEX?

7 airlines appear on the LAX-MEX route in the open dataset, including American Airlines, AeroMéxico, Alaska Airlines.

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