CUN
Cancun
Mexico
7,977 km
4,956 miles
LGW
London
United Kingdom
Distance
7,977 km
4,956 mi / 4,307 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Cancun
Heading
41°
northeast

Airport Comparison

CUN LGW
Airport Name Cancun International Airport London Gatwick Airport
IATA Code CUN LGW
ICAO Code MMUN EGKK
City Cancun London
Country Mexico United Kingdom
Timezone America/Cancun Europe/London
Elevation 22 ft 202 ft
Coordinates 21.040000, -86.880000 51.150000, -0.190000

Cancun (CUN) to London (LGW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 7,977 kilometers (4,956 miles / 4,307 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:14 in Cancun, it's 07:14 in London. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Cancun (CUN) follows a heading of 281° (west). 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 London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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