CUN
Cancun
Mexico
8,745 km
5,434 miles
SYA
Shemya
United States
Distance
8,745 km
5,434 mi / 4,722 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
America/Cancun
Heading
322°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CUN SYA
Airport Name Cancun International Airport Eareckson Air Station
IATA Code CUN SYA
ICAO Code MMUN PASY
City Cancun Shemya
Country Mexico United States
Timezone America/Cancun America/Adak
Elevation 22 ft 98 ft
Coordinates 21.040000, -86.880000 52.700000, 174.100000

Cancun (CUN) to Shemya (SYA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico to Eareckson Air Station (SYA) in Shemya, United States is 8,745 kilometers (5,434 miles / 4,722 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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 06:46 in Cancun, it's 01:46 in Shemya. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Shemya (SYA) to Cancun (CUN) follows a heading of 70° (east northeast). 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 Eareckson Air Station (SYA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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