Distance from Mexico City to Washington D.C.
3,032 km (1,884 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies
3,032 km
Kilometers
1,884 miles
Miles
~4h 4m
Est. Flight
1h
Time Difference
Mexico City
MexicoWashington D.C.
USAThe distance between Mexico City and Washington D.C. is roughly equivalent to 8 hours of driving, though the straight-line distance as the crow flies is significantly shorter than any road route.
Mexico City is known for Zócalo plaza and Chapultepec Castle, while Washington D.C. is famous for The White House and Lincoln Memorial.
In terms of city area, Mexico City is 8.4x larger than Washington D.C.. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.
Compare Mexico City and Washington D.C. side by side
Open Map ComparisonFrequently Asked Questions
How far is Mexico City from Washington D.C.?
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Mexico City to Washington D.C. is 3,032 km (1,884 miles).
How long is the flight from Mexico City to Washington D.C.?
A direct flight would take approximately 4h 4m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.
Is Mexico City bigger than Washington D.C.?
Mexico City is larger at 1,485 km², compared to 177 km².