Airport Comparison
| ALM | CUN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Alamogordo-White Sands Regional Airport | Cancun International Airport |
| IATA Code | ALM | CUN |
| ICAO Code | KALM | MMUN |
| City | Alamogordo | Cancun |
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Denver | America/Cancun |
| Elevation | 4,200 ft | 22 ft |
| Coordinates | 32.840000, -105.990000 | 21.040000, -86.880000 |
Alamogordo (ALM) to Cancun (CUN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Alamogordo-White Sands Regional Airport (ALM) in Alamogordo, United States to Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico is 2,298 kilometers (1,428 miles / 1,241 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 120°.
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 17:08 in Alamogordo, it's 19:08 in Cancun.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,178 feet between the two airports. Cancun International Airport sits lower than Alamogordo-White Sands Regional Airport.
The return flight from Cancun (CUN) to Alamogordo (ALM) follows a heading of 309° (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 Alamogordo-White Sands Regional Airport (ALM) and Cancun International Airport (CUN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.