The flight distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico to Illesheim Air Base (ILH) in Illesheim Air Base, Germany is 8,750 kilometers (5,437 miles / 4,725 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Mexico with Germany. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:47 in Cancun, it's 18:47 in Illesheim Air Base. With a 6-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 1,057 feet between the two airports. Illesheim Air Base sits higher than Cancun International Airport.

The return flight from Illesheim Air Base (ILH) to Cancun (CUN) follows a heading of 289° (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 Illesheim Air Base (ILH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.