Airport Comparison
| CUN | FCS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cancun International Airport | Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport |
| IATA Code | CUN | FCS |
| ICAO Code | MMUN | KFCS |
| City | Cancun | Fort Carson |
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Timezone | America/Cancun | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 22 ft | 5,874 ft |
| Coordinates | 21.040000, -86.880000 | 38.680000, -104.760000 |
Cancun (CUN) to Fort Carson (FCS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico to Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport (FCS) in Fort Carson, United States is 2,601 kilometers (1,616 miles / 1,405 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.
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 Mexico with United States. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:20 in Cancun, it's 07:20 in Fort Carson.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,852 feet between the two airports. Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport sits higher than Cancun International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Fort Carson (FCS) to Cancun (CUN) follows a heading of 134° (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 Cancun International Airport (CUN) and Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport (FCS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.