The flight distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico to Queenstown Airport (UEE) in Queenstown Airport, Australia is 14,627 kilometers (9,089 miles / 7,898 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying southwest at a heading of 232°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Mexico with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:56 in Cancun, it's 07:56 in Queenstown Airport. With a 16-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Queenstown Airport (UEE) to Cancun (CUN) follows a heading of 99° (east). 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 Queenstown Airport (UEE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.