The flight distance from Nampula Airport (APL) in Nampula, Mozambique to Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico is 14,311 kilometers (8,892 miles / 7,727 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west northwest at a heading of 285°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Mozambique with Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:33 in Nampula, it's 03:33 in Cancun. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,422 feet between the two airports. Cancun International Airport sits lower than Nampula Airport.

The return flight from Cancun (CUN) to Nampula (APL) follows a heading of 93° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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