Distance from Mexico City to Major Cities?
About Mexico City: Location & Geography
Mexico City
Mexico · North America
CDMXLa Ciudad de los PalaciosCapital of Mexico
Population 12,294,193
Coordinates 19.4285°N,
99.1277°W
Timezone America/Mexico_City
UTC-6
UTC-6
Elevation 2240 m (7349 ft)
Country Mexico
Continent North America
Main Airports MEX · NLU
Distance from Mexico City to Major Cities
Calculate Distance from Mexico City →| City | Distance | Miles | Direction | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 London | 8,929 km | 5,548 mi | NE | |
 Paris | 9,196 km | 5,714 mi | NE | |
 Dubai | 14,346 km | 8,914 mi | NE | |
 Shanghai | 12,910 km | 8,022 mi | NW | |
 Tokyo | 11,307 km | 7,026 mi | NW | |
 New York City | 3,359 km | 2,087 mi | NE | |
| Regional Cities | ||||
| Los Angeles | 2,491 km | 1,548 mi | NW | |
 Toronto | 3,265 km | 2,029 mi | NE | |
| Chicago | 2,718 km | 1,689 mi | N | |
| Houston | 1,210 km | 752 mi | N | |
 Santo Domingo | 3,073 km | 1,909 mi | E | |
 Havana | 1,782 km | 1,107 mi | E | |
Closest Cities Near Mexico City by Radius
Find Cities Within Radius →Within 50 km
| Ecatepec de Morelos | 21 km | N |
| Ciudad Nezahualcoyotl | 12 km | E |
| Ciudad López Mateos | 20 km | NW |
| Cuautitlán Izcalli | 26 km | N |
| Xico | 26 km | SE |
Within 100 km
| Toluca | 57 km | W |
| Cuernavaca | 57 km | S |
| Jiutepec | 61 km | S |
| Pachuca de Soto | 87 km | NE |
| Cholula | 96 km | SE |
Within 250 km
| Puebla | 105 km | SE |
| Santiago de Querétaro | 184 km | NW |
| Morelia | 218 km | W |
| Xalapa de Enríquez | 232 km | E |
| Celaya | 214 km | NW |
| Tulancingo | 108 km | NE |
| San Juan del Río | 140 km | NW |
| Iguala de la Independencia | 128 km | S |
| Tehuacán | 211 km | SE |
| Amozoc de Mota | 121 km | E |
Within 30 miles
| Ecatepec de Morelos | 13 mi | N |
| Ciudad Nezahualcoyotl | 8 mi | E |
| Ciudad López Mateos | 12 mi | NW |
| Cuautitlán Izcalli | 16 mi | N |
| Xico | 16 mi | SE |
Within 60 miles
| Toluca | 36 mi | W |
| Cuernavaca | 35 mi | S |
| Jiutepec | 38 mi | S |
| Pachuca de Soto | 54 mi | NE |
| Cholula | 59 mi | SE |
Within 150 miles
| Puebla | 66 mi | SE |
| Santiago de Querétaro | 115 mi | NW |
| Morelia | 135 mi | W |
| Xalapa de Enríquez | 144 mi | E |
| Celaya | 133 mi | NW |
| Tulancingo | 67 mi | NE |
| San Juan del Río | 87 mi | NW |
| Iguala de la Independencia | 80 mi | S |
| Tehuacán | 131 mi | SE |
| Amozoc de Mota | 75 mi | E |
Average Flight Times from Mexico City
| Destination | Flight Time | Distance | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | ~10h 55min | 8,929 km | NE |
| Paris | ~11h 13min | 9,196 km | NE |
| Dubai | ~16h 56min | 14,346 km | NE |
| Shanghai | ~15h 21min | 12,910 km | NW |
| Tokyo | ~13h 34min | 11,307 km | NW |
| New York City | ~4h 44min | 3,359 km | NE |
* Estimated based on great-circle distance at 900 km/h cruising speed. Actual times vary by airline, winds, and routing.
Mexico City Location & Key Facts
Mexico City is the capital and largest city of Mexico, and one of the most populous metropolitan areas in the Americas. Built on the site of the Aztec capital Tenochtitlan and sitting at over 2,200 meters in the Valley of Mexico, it is the political, financial, and cultural heart of the country. The city blends pre-Hispanic heritage, Spanish colonial architecture, and a dynamic modern economy.
- ✓Largest city in North America by population and the political and economic capital of Mexico
- ✓Built on the ruins of the Aztec capital Tenochtitlan, with the historic center and Templo Mayor at its core
- ✓Sits at roughly 2,240 meters elevation in the high Valley of Mexico, one of the highest major capitals in the world
- ✓A 2026 FIFA World Cup host city and host of the tournament's opening match at the Estadio Azteca
- ✓Home to world-class museums and UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the historic center and Xochimilco
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Mexico City from the North Pole?
Mexico City is approximately 7,847 km (4,876 miles) from the North Pole (geographic north, 90°N). The straight-line great-circle distance places Mexico City at 70.6° from the polar region.
How far is Mexico City from the South Pole?
The distance from Mexico City to the South Pole (90°S, Antarctica) is approximately 12,168 km (7,561 miles).
How far is Mexico City from the equator?
Mexico City lies at 19.4285° north latitude, approximately 2,163 km (1,344 miles) from the equator.
How far is Mexico City from Rome?
The great-circle distance from Mexico City to Rome, Italy is approximately 10,242 km (6,364 miles). Rome is located at 41.89°N, 12.51°E in central Italy.
How long is the flight from Mexico City to Los Angeles?
The estimated flight time from Mexico City to Los Angeles is approximately 3h 46min. This is based on great-circle distance and a typical cruising speed of 900 km/h. Actual flight times vary depending on airline, routing, and wind conditions.
How many cities are within 200 km of Mexico City?
There are 207 cities within 200 km of Mexico City in our dataset of 600+ major global cities, including Puebla, Ecatepec de Morelos, Santiago de Querétaro.
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