AKN
King Salmon
United States
6,858 km
4,261 miles
CUN
Cancun
Mexico
Distance
6,858 km
4,261 mi / 3,703 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
America/Anchorage
Heading
96°
east

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AKN CUN
Airport Name King Salmon Airport Cancun International Airport
IATA Code AKN CUN
ICAO Code PAKN MMUN
City King Salmon Cancun
Country United States Mexico
Timezone America/Anchorage America/Cancun
Elevation 73 ft 22 ft
Coordinates 58.680000, -156.650000 21.040000, -86.880000

King Salmon (AKN) to Cancun (CUN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from King Salmon Airport (AKN) in King Salmon, United States to Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico is 6,858 kilometers (4,261 miles / 3,703 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east at a heading of 96°.

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 United States with Mexico. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:30 in King Salmon, it's 13:30 in Cancun. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Cancun (CUN) to King Salmon (AKN) follows a heading of 326° (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 King Salmon Airport (AKN) and Cancun International Airport (CUN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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