The flight distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico to Arua Airport (RUA) in Arua, Uganda is 12,738 kilometers (7,915 miles / 6,878 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 76°.

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 Uganda. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:23 in Cancun, it's 12:23 in Arua. With a 8-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 3,929 feet between the two airports. Arua Airport sits higher than Cancun International Airport.

The return flight from Arua (RUA) to Cancun (CUN) follows a heading of 295° (west 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 Arua Airport (RUA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.