AVL
Asheville
United States
1,656 km
1,029 miles
CUN
Cancun
Mexico
Distance
1,656 km
1,029 mi / 894 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
America/New_York
Heading
196°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

AVL CUN
Airport Name Asheville Regional Airport Cancun International Airport
IATA Code AVL CUN
ICAO Code KAVL MMUN
City Asheville Cancun
Country United States Mexico
Timezone America/New_York America/Cancun
Elevation 2,164 ft 22 ft
Coordinates 35.440000, -82.540000 21.040000, -86.880000

Asheville (AVL) to Cancun (CUN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) in Asheville, United States to Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico is 1,656 kilometers (1,029 miles / 894 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southwest at a heading of 196°.

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 04:08 in Asheville, it's 04:08 in Cancun.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,142 feet between the two airports. Cancun International Airport sits lower than Asheville Regional Airport.

The return flight from Cancun (CUN) to Asheville (AVL) follows a heading of 14° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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