CHL
Challis
United States
3,620 km
2,249 miles
CUN
Cancun
Mexico
Distance
3,620 km
2,249 mi / 1,955 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
America/Boise
Heading
127°
southeast

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CHL CUN
Airport Name Challis Airport Cancun International Airport
IATA Code CHL CUN
ICAO Code KLLJ MMUN
City Challis Cancun
Country United States Mexico
Timezone America/Boise America/Cancun
Elevation 5,076 ft 22 ft
Coordinates 44.520000, -114.220000 21.040000, -86.880000

Challis (CHL) to Cancun (CUN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Challis Airport (CHL) in Challis, United States to Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico is 3,620 kilometers (2,249 miles / 1,955 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southeast at a heading of 127°.

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 14:08 in Challis, it's 16:08 in Cancun.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,054 feet between the two airports. Cancun International Airport sits lower than Challis Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Cancun (CUN) to Challis (CHL) follows a heading of 323° (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 Challis Airport (CHL) and Cancun International Airport (CUN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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