The flight distance from Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Cancun, Mexico to Kaya Airport (XKY) in Kaya, Burkina Faso is 9,061 kilometers (5,630 miles / 4,892 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 79°.

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 Burkina Faso. 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 00:52 in Cancun, it's 05:52 in Kaya. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Kaya (XKY) to Cancun (CUN) follows a heading of 290° (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 Kaya Airport (XKY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.