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Data updated: 2026-10-28 11:15:54

Cancún (CUN) to Glasgow (GLA) Flights

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CUN········· ·········GLA
Cancún International AirportGlasgow Airport
Distance
4,740 miles
Flight time
8h 50m
Time difference
GLA is 5h ahead
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Flights from Cancún to Glasgow

All times are shown in local time. Prices are for one-way, per adult, including taxes and fees.

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Collected nonstop flight records from CUN to GLA on 2026-10-31
16:00CUNEST UTC−58h 50m
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Nonstop
05:50GLAGMT UTC+0$415.00One-way
Flight details

Flight route map

Cancún (CUN) to Glasgow (GLA) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from Cancún (CUN), Quintana Roo, to Glasgow (GLA), Scotland, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 4,740 miles.

Departure
Cancún International Airport · Quintana Roo, Mexico · 21° 02' 27" N 86° 52' 24" W
Flight route
4,740 miles · 8h 50m
Direction
36.70° (NE)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude 45.89029, longitude -57.96472, approximately 2,367.32 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
4,734.6 miles
Time difference
GLA is 5h ahead
Destination
Glasgow Airport · Scotland, United Kingdom · 55° 52' 19" N 4° 25' 59" W
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
4,740 miles
Average flight time
8h 50m
Time difference
GLA is 5h ahead
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from Cancún to Glasgow is 36.70°, and the compass direction is NE.

Airport information

Cancún International Airport

Cancún International Airport
Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico
21° 02' 27" N, 86° 52' 24" W
Elevation: 22 ft (7 m)
Time zone: EST UTC−5
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What's the weather like in Cancún and Glasgow?

Temperature unit:

CUN · Cancún

82°FSunnyFeels like 87°F
Humidity
61%
Wind
8 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

GLA · Glasgow

54°FOvercastFeels like 51°F
Humidity
86%
Wind
8 mph
Precipitation
0 mm
Wed, Oct 2855°F | 49°FDense drizzle
Thu, Oct 2957°F | 49°FLight drizzle
Fri, Oct 3058°F | 48°FLight drizzle
Sat, Oct 3155°F | 42°FSlight rain
Sun, Nov 151°F | 38°FFog

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Cancún to Glasgow

Which departure days are usually cheaper?

If you have flexibility with your travel dates, Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently your best bet for finding the lowest airfares. Across global flight routes, flying midweek can easily save you 10% to 20% compared to weekend departures, mainly because you avoid both Monday business trips and Friday weekend getaways. On the flip side, Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive days of the week as leisure travelers head out and return. Another insider tip: opting for early morning flights (before 7:00 AM) or overnight red-eyes often unlocks additional savings while helping you breeze through airport security lines.

How far in advance do fares usually reach their lowest point?

There is no fixed booking window that guarantees the lowest fare for Mexico to United Kingdom (MX-GB). Once your plans are clearer, compare prices for your intended dates and nearby alternatives, using the same cabin, baggage and change conditions. Choose a fare that fits your budget and flexibility; waiting can result in either lower prices or fewer suitable options.