Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 12h 33m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport
Mexico City International Airport, officially Benito Juárez International Airport, is an international airport serving Mexico City, the capital of Mexico. It is the busiest airport in Mexico, and as of 2025 ranks as the third-busiest in Latin America, the 15th-busiest in North America, and the 50th-busiest in the world by passenger traffic. The airport is served by more than 25 airlines with routes to over 100 destinations across Mexico, the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
MMMXNOTAMs
MMMXReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05L / 23R▸ displaced | 12,966 ft / 3,952 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 05R / 23L▸ displaced | 12,795 ft / 3,900 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | MEXICO APP | 121.200 MHz |
| ARR | MEXICO ARR | 129.600 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 127.650 MHz |
| CLD | MEXICO CLNC DEL | 122.100 MHz |
| DEP | MEXICO DEP | 120.500 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.000 MHz |
| RDO | MEXICO INFO | 126.900 MHz |
| TWR | MEXICO TWR | 118.550 MHz |
Navaids(3)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: ENE (from about 67.5°), on 14% of observations, averaging 6 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 82% | 8,555 ft | |
| Feb | 86% | 8,817 ft | |
| Mar | 86% | 9,080 ft | |
| Apr | 78% | 9,223 ft | |
| May | 69% | 9,268 ft | |
| Jun | 60% | 9,006 ft | |
| Jul | 59% | 8,875 ft | |
| Aug | 59% | 8,867 ft | |
| Sep | 54% | 8,879 ft | |
| Oct | 65% | 8,805 ft | |
| Nov | 75% | 8,674 ft | |
| Dec | 77% | 8,538 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~8,538–9,268 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Torre Reforma | 807 ft | 7,379 ft | — |
| Torre BBVA | 771 ft | 7,359 ft | — |
| Torre Mayor | 738 ft | 7,388 ft | — |
| Torre Ejecutiva Pemex | 692 ft | 7,421 ft | — |
| Torre Diana | 518 ft | 7,379 ft | — |
| New York Life | 489 ft | 7,343 ft | — |
| Torre Lomas | 482 ft | 7,530 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 469 ft | 7,395 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport?
The ICAO code for Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport is MMMX, and its IATA code is MEX.
Where is Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport located?
Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport is large airport located in Mexico City, Mexico, at an elevation of 7,316 ft (2,230 m).
How many runways does Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport have?
Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 12,966 ft / 3,952 m.
Which airlines fly to Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport include AeroMéxico, Aeromar, Air Canada, Air China, Air Europa, Air France, among 30 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport?
Historical data lists 94 nonstop destinations from Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport in?
Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport is in the America/Mexico City time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport is approximately 3.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport?
The nearest airport to Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport is Mexico City Air Base (MX-2122), about 0.7 nm to the ssw, followed by Base Nº19 de la Fuerza Aérea Mexicana and Jorge Jiménez Cantú National Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Mexico City Benito Juárez International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.