The flight distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico to Datong Airport (DAT) in Datong, China is 12,901 kilometers (8,016 miles / 6,966 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 343°.

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 Mexico with China. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:40 in Cancun, it's 12:40 in Datong. With a 13-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 3,420 feet between the two airports. Datong Airport sits higher than Cancun International Airport.

The return flight from Datong (DAT) to Cancun (CUN) follows a heading of 21° (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 Cancun International Airport (CUN) and Datong Airport (DAT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.