The flight distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico to Kelafo East Airport (LFO) in Kelafo, Ethiopia is 13,924 kilometers (8,652 miles / 7,518 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east northeast at a heading of 66°.

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 Ethiopia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:41 in Cancun, it's 12:41 in Kelafo. With a 8-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 1,708 feet between the two airports. Kelafo East Airport sits higher than Cancun International Airport.

The return flight from Kelafo (LFO) to Cancun (CUN) follows a heading of 301° (west 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 Cancun International Airport (CUN) and Kelafo East Airport (LFO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.