Does MMUN require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Cancun Intl (Mexico).

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Cancun Intl

Cancun Intl (MMUN/CUN) serves Cancun, Mexico. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (12L/30R, 12R/30L). Field elevation is 22 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 2/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 8/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: MMUN
Name: Cancun Intl
Type: large_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 21.039444
Longitude: -86.874306
Elevation: 22 ft
Country: Mexico
Municipality: Cancun
IATA Code: CUN
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: America/Cancun
Distance from City: 13.0 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 12L/30R

Designation: 12L/30R
Dimensions: 9186 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Runway 12R/30L

Designation: 12R/30L
Dimensions: 11483 X 197
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), LOC
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: N/A
Ground: 121.700 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 127.700 MHz

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: http://www.asur.com.mx/asur/ingles/aeropuertos/cancun/cancun.asp
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: MXN $70.00 per metric ton MTOW
Parking Fee: MXN $35.00 per metric ton MTOW per hour
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: MXN
Remarks: Cancun International. ASUR group. Major tourist gateway. FBO Cancun and Jet Rescue FBOs.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: ASA fuel. Tourist destination premium. High season surcharges possible.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: APIS required. Immigration and customs at Terminals 2, 3, and 4. GA clearance at FBO Cancun. Tourist card (FMM) required for passengers. TIP for aircraft.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: No curfew. Hurricane season (June-November) can affect operations. Sea-level airport with generally good weather.

Alternates

MMCZ

ICAO: MMCZ
Name: Cozumel Intl
Distance (NM): 31.9
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: International port of entry. Full FIS. Popular dive and cruise destination.

MMCT

ICAO: MMCT
Name: Chichen-Itza Intl
Distance (NM): 91.4
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: International port of entry. Full customs and immigration. Gateway to Yucatan Peninsula.

Airport Services

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Mexico Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 3d

Overflight Permit: Conditional
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: Private: 24 hours (AIU); Charter: 10 business days (individual flight); 90+ business days (new Blanket Permit)
Landing Lead Time: Private: 24 hours (AIU); Charter: 10 business days per flight request

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require advance API manifest. Multi-entry permit available for frequent operators.

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Nearby Airports

MMIM Isla Mujeres Airport 14 NM MMCZ Cozumel Intl 32 NM MMTU Tulum Naval Air Station 58 NM MM72 Cupul Airport 73 NM MMCT Chichen-Itza Intl 91 NM MM74 Old Chichen Itzá Airport 97 NM

Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What fuel is available at MMUN?: Cancun Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does MMUN require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Cancun Intl (Mexico).

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