CUN
Cancun
Mexico
3,824 km
2,376 miles
SJC
San Jose
United States
Distance
3,824 km
2,376 mi / 2,065 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
America/Cancun
Heading
306°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CUN SJC
Airport Name Cancun International Airport Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport
IATA Code CUN SJC
ICAO Code MMUN KSJC
City Cancun San Jose
Country Mexico United States
Timezone America/Cancun America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 22 ft 62 ft
Coordinates 21.040000, -86.880000 37.360000, -121.930000

Cancun (CUN) to San Jose (SJC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico to Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) in San Jose, United States is 3,824 kilometers (2,376 miles / 2,065 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.

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 02:19 in Cancun, it's 23:19 in San Jose. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from San Jose (SJC) 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 Norman Y Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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