Airport Comparison
| CUN | GUF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cancun International Airport | Gulf Shores International/Jack Edwards Field |
| IATA Code | CUN | GUF |
| ICAO Code | MMUN | KJKA |
| City | Cancun | Gulf Shores |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Cancun | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 22 ft | 17 ft |
| Coordinates | 21.040000, -86.880000 | 30.290000, -87.670000 |
Cancun (CUN) to Gulf Shores (GUF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico to Gulf Shores International/Jack Edwards Field (GUF) in Gulf Shores, United States is 1,032 kilometers (641 miles / 557 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north at a heading of 356°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
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 22:26 in Cancun, it's 21:26 in Gulf Shores.
The return flight from Gulf Shores (GUF) to Cancun (CUN) follows a heading of 175° (south). 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 Gulf Shores International/Jack Edwards Field (GUF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.