How long is the EK6601 flight from Chicago to Cancun?

The timetable allows 4 h 3 min. Chicago to Cancun is 2,330 km (1,448 mi).

Which terminal does EK6601 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal 1 at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and arrives at Terminal 3 at Cancun International Airport (CUN). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does EK6601 have?

Also listed as UAE6601 (Emirates' ICAO code) and EK 6601.

EK6601 Flight Status Emirates: Chicago to Cancun (UAE6601)

Emirates EK 6601

Scheduled in 3h21'

ORD Chicago

Scheduled: 07:20
Estimated: 07:20

Terminal: 1 | Gate: C11

Departure: Sat, Nov 14, 2026 · local time CST

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

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CUN Cancun

Scheduled: 12:23
Estimated
Delay

Terminal: 3

Arrival: Sat, Nov 14, 2026 · local time EST

Cancun International Airport (CUN)

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Departs in 3h 21m 0%

ORD 07:20 CUN 12:23

2,330 km (1,448 mi) to fly

Estimated position based on departure and arrival times, not live tracking. Times are local at each airport.

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Distance: 2330 km / 1448 miles · Scheduled Duration: 04:03 · Typical Duration: 03:10

EK 6601 Flight Status & Schedule Emirates Chicago to Cancun

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 14	ORD	CUN	07:20	12:23	Scheduled	Track >
Nov 13	ORD	CUN	07:38	11:42	Landed	Track >
Nov 12	ORD	CUN	07:42	11:56	Landed	Track >
Nov 11	ORD	CUN	07:54	12:03	Landed	Track >
Nov 10	ORD	CUN	07:43	11:51	Landed	Track >
Nov 09	ORD	CUN	07:50	11:59	Landed	Track >
Nov 08	ORD	CUN	07:52	12:07	Landed	Track >
Nov 07	ORD	CUN	07:42	11:53	Landed	Track >
Nov 06	ORD	CUN	07:56	12:14	Landed	Track >
Nov 05	ORD	CUN	07:36	11:50	Landed	Track >

Emirates flight EK 6601 links Chicago and Cancun, 2,330 km (1,448 mi) apart, and flies daily. The timetable allows 4 h 3 min, but the flight usually takes about 3 h 10 min, so it often makes up time. Today's flight is scheduled to leave at 07:20 and arrive at 12:23 local time.

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About EK 6601

Emirates Flight EK6601 connects Chicago, United States to Cancun, Mexico, taking off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport ORD and landing at Cancun International Airport CUN.

Route: Chicago O'Hare International Airport ORD to Cancun International Airport CUN
Distance: 2,330 km (1,448 mi)
Typical flight time: 3 h 10 min
Flies: Daily
On time: 9 of the last 9
Usually departs from: Terminal 1

EK 6601 FAQ

How long is the EK6601 flight from Chicago to Cancun?: The timetable allows 4 h 3 min. Chicago to Cancun is 2,330 km (1,448 mi).
How often is EK6601 from Chicago to Cancun late?: None of the last 9 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late.
When was the latest EK6601 flight from Chicago to Cancun?: The latest EK6601 was the 07:20 (local time) departure from Chicago on 13 November 2026; it landed 41 minutes early.
Which days does EK6601 fly from Chicago to Cancun?: Daily: it was scheduled on each of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does EK6601 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 1 at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and arrives at Terminal 3 at Cancun International Airport (CUN). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does EK6601 have?: Also listed as UAE6601 (Emirates' ICAO code) and EK 6601.

EK6601 and Chicago ORD to Cancun CUN Flights

Flight EK6601 is a code-share Emirates flight of the United Airlines operated UA1198.

Other flights departing from Chicago ORD: AS1470, UA1049, UA1198

Other flights arriving at Cancun CUN: WS2964, UA1198, DL586

All flights connecting Chicago ORD to Cancun CUN.