The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico is 14,160 kilometers (8,798 miles / 7,646 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northeast at a heading of 13°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 15:06 in Chengdu, it's 02:06 in Cancun. With a 13-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 1,603 feet between the two airports. Cancun International Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Cancun (CUN) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 348° (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 Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) and Cancun International Airport (CUN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.