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Cancun (CUN) to Shark El Oweinat International Airport (GSQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico to Shark El Oweinat International Airport (GSQ) in Shark El Oweinat International Airport, Egypt is 11,515 kilometers (7,155 miles / 6,218 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.
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 Mexico with Egypt. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:56 in Cancun, it's 21:56 in Shark El Oweinat International Airport. 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 Shark El Oweinat International Airport (GSQ) to Cancun (CUN) follows a heading of 300° (west 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 Cancun International Airport (CUN) and Shark El Oweinat International Airport (GSQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.