The flight distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico to Lodwar Airport (LOK) in Lodwar, Kenya is 13,205 kilometers (8,205 miles / 7,130 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.

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 Kenya. 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 15:48 in Cancun, it's 23:48 in Lodwar. With a 8-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 1,693 feet between the two airports. Lodwar Airport sits higher than Cancun International Airport.

The return flight from Lodwar (LOK) to Cancun (CUN) follows a heading of 296° (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 Lodwar Airport (LOK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.