CUN
Cancun
Mexico
3,227 km
2,005 miles
SLC
Salt Lake City
United States
Distance
3,227 km
2,005 mi / 1,742 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
America/Cancun
Heading
319°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CUN SLC
Airport Name Cancun International Airport Salt Lake City International Airport
IATA Code CUN SLC
ICAO Code MMUN KSLC
City Cancun Salt Lake City
Country Mexico United States
Timezone America/Cancun America/Denver
Elevation 22 ft 4,231 ft
Coordinates 21.040000, -86.880000 40.790000, -111.980000

Cancun (CUN) to Salt Lake City (SLC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 3,227 kilometers (2,005 miles / 1,742 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.

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 03:22 in Cancun, it's 01:22 in Salt Lake City.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,209 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits higher than Cancun International Airport.

The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Cancun (CUN) follows a heading of 125° (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 Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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