AEL
Albert Lea
United States
2,588 km
1,608 miles
CUN
Cancun
Mexico
Distance
2,588 km
1,608 mi / 1,397 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Chicago
Heading
165°
south southeast

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AEL CUN
Airport Name Albert Lea Municipal Airport Cancun International Airport
IATA Code AEL CUN
ICAO Code KAEL MMUN
City Albert Lea Cancun
Country United States Mexico
Timezone America/Chicago America/Cancun
Elevation 1,261 ft 22 ft
Coordinates 43.680000, -93.370000 21.040000, -86.880000

Albert Lea (AEL) to Cancun (CUN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Albert Lea Municipal Airport (AEL) in Albert Lea, United States to Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico is 2,588 kilometers (1,608 miles / 1,397 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southeast at a heading of 165°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United States with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:26 in Albert Lea, it's 22:26 in Cancun.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,239 feet between the two airports. Cancun International Airport sits lower than Albert Lea Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Cancun (CUN) to Albert Lea (AEL) follows a heading of 348° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Albert Lea Municipal Airport (AEL) and Cancun International Airport (CUN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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