Airport Comparison
| CUN | TUC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cancun International Airport | Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport |
| IATA Code | CUN | TUC |
| ICAO Code | MMUN | SANT |
| City | Cancun | San Miguel de Tucuman |
| Country | Mexico | Argentina |
| Timezone | America/Cancun | America/Argentina/Tucuman |
| Elevation | 22 ft | 1,493 ft |
| Coordinates | 21.040000, -86.880000 | -26.840000, -65.100000 |
Cancun (CUN) to San Miguel de Tucuman (TUC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico to Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport (TUC) in San Miguel de Tucuman, Argentina is 5,818 kilometers (3,615 miles / 3,141 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southeast at a heading of 155°.
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 Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:47 in Cancun, it's 20:47 in San Miguel de Tucuman.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,471 feet between the two airports. Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport sits higher than Cancun International Airport.
The return flight from San Miguel de Tucuman (TUC) to Cancun (CUN) follows a heading of 334° (north 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 Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport (TUC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.