The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico is 12,679 kilometers (7,879 miles / 6,846 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west at a heading of 280°.

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 South Africa 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 10:28 in Cape Town, it's 03:28 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.

The return flight from Cancun (CUN) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 119° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Cape Town International Airport (CPT) and Cancun International Airport (CUN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.