BYG
Buffalo
United States
3,172 km
1,971 miles
CUN
Cancun
Mexico
Distance
3,172 km
1,971 mi / 1,713 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/Denver
Heading
138°
southeast

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BYG CUN
Airport Name Johnson County Airport Cancun International Airport
IATA Code BYG CUN
ICAO Code KBYG MMUN
City Buffalo Cancun
Country United States Mexico
Timezone America/Denver America/Cancun
Elevation 4,970 ft 22 ft
Coordinates 44.380000, -106.720000 21.040000, -86.880000

Buffalo (BYG) to Cancun (CUN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Johnson County Airport (BYG) in Buffalo, United States to Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico is 3,172 kilometers (1,971 miles / 1,713 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southeast at a heading of 138°.

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 08:51 in Buffalo, it's 10:51 in Cancun.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,948 feet between the two airports. Cancun International Airport sits lower than Johnson County Airport.

The return flight from Cancun (CUN) to Buffalo (BYG) follows a heading of 329° (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 Johnson County Airport (BYG) and Cancun International Airport (CUN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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