CUN
Cancun
Mexico
4,412 km
2,742 miles
CWS
Center Island
United States
Distance
4,412 km
2,742 mi / 2,383 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Cancun
Heading
322°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CUN CWS
Airport Name Cancun International Airport Center Island Airport
IATA Code CUN CWS
ICAO Code MMUN 78WA
City Cancun Center Island
Country Mexico United States
Timezone America/Cancun America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 22 ft 115 ft
Coordinates 21.040000, -86.880000 48.490000, -122.830000

Cancun (CUN) to Center Island (CWS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico to Center Island Airport (CWS) in Center Island, United States is 4,412 kilometers (2,742 miles / 2,383 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:19 in Cancun, it's 10:19 in Center Island. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Center Island (CWS) to Cancun (CUN) follows a heading of 121° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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