The flight distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico to Putao Airport (PBU) in Putao, Myanmar is 14,617 kilometers (9,082 miles / 7,892 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north at a heading of 355°.

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 Myanmar. 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 05:42 in Cancun, it's 17:12 in Putao. With a 11.5-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 1,478 feet between the two airports. Putao Airport sits higher than Cancun International Airport.

The return flight from Putao (PBU) to Cancun (CUN) follows a heading of 5° (north). 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 Putao Airport (PBU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.