The flight distance from Basongo Airport (BAN) in Basongo, DR Congo to Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico is 11,975 kilometers (7,441 miles / 6,466 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west northwest at a heading of 291°.

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 DR Congo with Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:04 in Basongo, it's 09:04 in Cancun. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,618 feet between the two airports. Cancun International Airport sits lower than Basongo Airport.

The return flight from Cancun (CUN) to Basongo (BAN) follows a heading of 88° (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 Basongo Airport (BAN) and Cancun International Airport (CUN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.