CUN
Cancun
Mexico
3,861 km
2,399 miles
OAK
Oakland
United States
Distance
3,861 km
2,399 mi / 2,085 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Cancun
Heading
307°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CUN OAK
Airport Name Cancun International Airport Metro Oakland International Airport
IATA Code CUN OAK
ICAO Code MMUN KOAK
City Cancun Oakland
Country Mexico United States
Timezone America/Cancun America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 22 ft 9 ft
Coordinates 21.040000, -86.880000 37.720000, -122.220000

Cancun (CUN) to Oakland (OAK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico to Metro Oakland International Airport (OAK) in Oakland, United States is 3,861 kilometers (2,399 miles / 2,085 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Mexico with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:50 in Cancun, it's 01:50 in Oakland. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Oakland (OAK) to Cancun (CUN) follows a heading of 109° (east southeast). 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 Metro Oakland International Airport (OAK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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