Airport Comparison
| CUN | UAQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cancun International Airport | Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport |
| IATA Code | CUN | UAQ |
| ICAO Code | MMUN | SANU |
| City | Cancun | San Juan |
| Country | Mexico | Argentina |
| Timezone | America/Cancun | America/Argentina/San_Juan |
| Elevation | 22 ft | 1,958 ft |
| Coordinates | 21.040000, -86.880000 | -31.570000, -68.420000 |
Cancun (CUN) to San Juan (UAQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico to Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport (UAQ) in San Juan, Argentina is 6,172 kilometers (3,835 miles / 3,333 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southeast at a heading of 161°.
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 Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:35 in Cancun, it's 17:35 in San Juan.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,936 feet between the two airports. Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport sits higher than Cancun International Airport.
The return flight from San Juan (UAQ) to Cancun (CUN) follows a heading of 339° (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 Cancun International Airport (CUN) and Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Airport (UAQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.