The flight distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico to Lizard Island Airport (LZR) in Lizard Island Airport, Australia is 14,455 kilometers (8,982 miles / 7,805 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west at a heading of 268°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:35 in Cancun, it's 13:35 in Lizard Island Airport. With a 15-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Lizard Island Airport (LZR) to Cancun (CUN) follows a heading of 75° (east 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 Lizard Island Airport (LZR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.