The flight distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico to Darnley Island Airport (NLF) in Darnley Island, Australia is 14,459 kilometers (8,985 miles / 7,807 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west at a heading of 275°.

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 04:04 in Cancun, it's 19:04 in Darnley Island. 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 Darnley Island (NLF) to Cancun (CUN) follows a heading of 71° (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 Darnley Island Airport (NLF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.