The flight distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico to Mashhad International Airport (MHD) in Mashhad, Iran is 12,738 kilometers (7,915 miles / 6,878 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.

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 Iran. 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 05:43 in Cancun, it's 14:13 in Mashhad. With a 8.5-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 3,241 feet between the two airports. Mashhad International Airport sits higher than Cancun International Airport.

The return flight from Mashhad (MHD) to Cancun (CUN) follows a heading of 326° (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 Mashhad International Airport (MHD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.