Airport Comparison
| BYS | CUN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bicycle Lake Army Air Field | Cancun International Airport |
| IATA Code | BYS | CUN |
| ICAO Code | KBYS | MMUN |
| City | Fort Irwin/Barstow | Cancun |
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | America/Cancun |
| Elevation | 2,350 ft | 22 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.280000, -116.630000 | 21.040000, -86.880000 |
Fort Irwin/Barstow (BYS) to Cancun (CUN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (BYS) in Fort Irwin/Barstow, United States to Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico is 3,300 kilometers (2,050 miles / 1,782 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east southeast at a heading of 111°.
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 06:04 in Fort Irwin/Barstow, it's 09:04 in Cancun. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,328 feet between the two airports. Cancun International Airport sits lower than Bicycle Lake Army Air Field.
The return flight from Cancun (CUN) to Fort Irwin/Barstow (BYS) follows a heading of 305° (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 Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (BYS) and Cancun International Airport (CUN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.