BKX
Brookings
United States
2,744 km
1,705 miles
CUN
Cancun
Mexico
Distance
2,744 km
1,705 mi / 1,481 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
America/Chicago
Heading
157°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

BKX CUN
Airport Name Brookings Regional Airport Cancun International Airport
IATA Code BKX CUN
ICAO Code KBKX MMUN
City Brookings Cancun
Country United States Mexico
Timezone America/Chicago America/Cancun
Elevation 1,648 ft 22 ft
Coordinates 44.300000, -96.820000 21.040000, -86.880000

Brookings (BKX) to Cancun (CUN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Brookings Regional Airport (BKX) in Brookings, United States to Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico is 2,744 kilometers (1,705 miles / 1,481 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southeast at a heading of 157°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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 18:36 in Brookings, it's 19:36 in Cancun.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,626 feet between the two airports. Cancun International Airport sits lower than Brookings Regional Airport.

The return flight from Cancun (CUN) to Brookings (BKX) follows a heading of 343° (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 Brookings Regional Airport (BKX) and Cancun International Airport (CUN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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