London Gatwick Airport to Cancun Flight Duration

Find flight duration times from London Gatwick Airport to Cancun, compare live flight prices and book your tickets.

What is the flight duration from London Gatwick Airport to Cancun?
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Average flight time is 10 hours 30 minutes

The fastest flight time from London Gatwick Airport to Cancun is 10 hours 20 minutes

London Gatwick Airport to Cancun flight duration breakdown

Average flight duration 10 hours 30 minutes
Shortest flight duration 10 hours 20 minutes
Longest flight duration 10 hours 35 minutes
The average flight time from London Gatwick Airport to Cancun is 10 hours 30 minutes. However, the duration of flights can differ depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air. This means individual flight times can be quicker, but on occasion, they can also be longer.

The distance from London Gatwick Airport to Cancun is 4,949 miles / 7,964 km

London airports

London has 5 airports: London Gatwick Airport (LGW), London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London City Airport (LCY), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London Stansted Airport (STN).

If you don't fancy flying from London there are a number of airports nearby that fly to Cancún: London Southend Airport (SEN), Southampton Airport (SOU), Cambridge Airport (CBG), Bournemouth Airport (BOH) and Bristol Airport (BRS).

Cancún airports

Cancún has 1 airport: Cancun International Airport (CUN)

If you don't fancy flying from Cancún there are a number of airports nearby that fly to London: Merida Rejon Airport (MID), Mexico Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), Monterrey International Airport (MTY), Guadalajara International Airport (GDL), Torreon Francisco Sarabia International Airport (TRC), Chihuahua International Airport (CUU) and Culiacan International Airport (CUL).

London & Cancún local times and timezones

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London, United Kingdom is 5 hours ahead of Cancún, Mexico

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London Gatwick Airport to Cancun FAQs

How long does it take to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Cancun?

On average, the flight time from London Gatwick Airport to Cancun is 10 hours 30 minutes. But remember, flight times can vary slightly depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air.

This means that your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Cancun could be longer or shorter than the average flight time.
What is the distance between London Gatwick Airport and Cancun?

The distance between London Gatwick Airport and Cancun is 4,949 miles or 7,964 km.
What is the shortest flight duration from London Gatwick Airport to Cancun?

The shortest flight time from London Gatwick Airport to Cancun is 10 hours 20 minutes. However, flight times can vary depending on weather conditions, air congestion and flight path, so this time is never guaranteed.
Can I fly from London to Cancún?

The average flight time from London Gatwick Airport to Cancun is 10 hours 30 minutes. Nearby airports to consider flying from include: London Gatwick Airport (LGW), London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London City Airport (LCY), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London Stansted Airport (STN). Check ticket prices and review carrier requirements carefully before booking your trip.
What is the timezone difference between London and Cancún?

The time zone difference between London and Cancún is 5 hours.