CUN
Cancun
Mexico
3,166 km
1,967 miles
SAS
Salton City
United States
Distance
3,166 km
1,967 mi / 1,709 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Cancun
Heading
302°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

CUN SAS
Airport Name Cancun International Airport Salton Sea Airport
IATA Code CUN SAS
ICAO Code MMUN KSAS
City Cancun Salton City
Country Mexico United States
Timezone America/Cancun America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 22 ft -84 ft
Coordinates 21.040000, -86.880000 33.240000, -115.950000

Cancun (CUN) to Salton City (SAS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico to Salton Sea Airport (SAS) in Salton City, United States is 3,166 kilometers (1,967 miles / 1,709 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west northwest at a heading of 302°.

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 22:21 in Cancun, it's 19:21 in Salton City. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Salton City (SAS) to Cancun (CUN) follows a heading of 108° (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 Salton Sea Airport (SAS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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