The flight distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico to Mazar I Sharif Airport (MZR) in Mazar I Sharif Airport, Afghanistan is 13,041 kilometers (8,104 miles / 7,042 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 23°.

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 Afghanistan. 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 06:25 in Cancun, it's 15:55 in Mazar I Sharif Airport. With a 9.5-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 1,262 feet between the two airports. Mazar I Sharif Airport sits higher than Cancun International Airport.

The return flight from Mazar I Sharif Airport (MZR) to Cancun (CUN) follows a heading of 333° (north 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 Mazar I Sharif Airport (MZR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.