Cancún to Metairie flights
Metairie lies 1,034 km (643 mi) north of Cancún, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 5 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Cancún | Metairie | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Population | 888,797 | 138,481 |
| Elevation | 11 m (36 ft) | 9 m (30 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Cancun) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Nearest large airport | CUN, 15 km out | MSY, 11 km out |
| Postal codes | 86936–89604 | 70001–70060 |
What changes when you arrive in Metairie
Crossing from Mexico into United States: money changes from the Peso to the Dollar (USD); the dialling code becomes +1; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Airports at each end
Leaving Cancún
Cancún is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Cancún International Airport (CUN), 15 km (9 mi) from the centre, whose 11,483-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Cozumel International Airport (CZM, 74 km).
Arriving in Metairie
Metairie is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), 11 km (7 mi) from the centre, whose 10,104-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport | MSY | 11 km (7 mi) | 10,104 ft | 4 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Metairie from Cancún?
1,034 km (643 mi) in a straight line, north of Cancún.
How long does it take to get from Cancún to Metairie by air?
About 2 h 5 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Cancún and Metairie?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Cancún to Metairie flights?
Typically Cancún International Airport (CUN) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY).
What currency do I need in Metairie?
The Dollar (USD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.