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Popular flight routes to Cancun

New York City
Flights from New York Cityto Cancun
150$
138$
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Dallas, TX
Flights from Dallas, TXto Cancun
167$
158$
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Los Angeles, CA
Flights from Los Angeles, CAto Cancun
118$
112$
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Chicago
Flights from Chicagoto Cancun
160$
148$
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Houston, TX
Flights from Houston, TXto Cancun
101$
100$
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Newark, NJ
Flights from Newark, NJto Cancun
100$
97$
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How long is the flight to Cancun?

If you’re planning to fly to Cancun, we at eDreams have looked into the most popular routes to help you plan your trip. From Dallas, TX, the flight takes about 3h 59m; from Chicago, around 5h 37m; and from Los Angeles, CA, approximately 6h 1m.
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5h 37m
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6h 57m

How much does a flight to Cancun cost?

At eDreams you can find flights from Baltimore, MD to Cancun starting from $176, with an average price of $203. If you depart from other cities such as Cincinnati, KY, you can find tickets from $215, and from Albuquerque, NM starting from $237, according to data from the last 72 hours.
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About Cancun

Cancun is a stunning beach resort on the Yucatan Peninsula in southeastern Mexico. This Caribbean paradise is one of Mexico's most popular destinations and a good deal on an airfare to Cancun is much sought after. This fact is obvious when you consider that the area's beautiful beaches are just one of Cancun's many attractions. For those wanting to do something other than relax and unwind on the beach, it is also great for water sports in addition to its stunning Mayan ruins. This means that Cancun appeal's to a wide variety of tourists. To top it all off, Cancun also has top-notch food and an excellent nightlife. Discover here the best offers for Flight + Hotel to Cancun.

Things to do and places to visit in Cancun

Cancun really offers something for everyone with its picture perfect beaches, imposing historical ruins and wide range of sporting activities. If visitors can spare the time, Cancun also has excellent shopping and dining opportunities. Any one of these things would be reason enough to book flights to Cancun, but together they make for an unbeatable holiday destination.

Top attractions in Cancun include:

  • See some of the best Mayan ruins in Mexico, including the Pyramid of Kukulcan
  • Take a boat trip to Nichupte Lagoon
  • Dive along the Great Maya Reef
  • Enjoy duty-free shopping in Flamingo Plaza or any of the other luxury shopping malls
  • Dance in one of Latin America's best clubs, options include Coco Bongo or the Dady'O
  • Dare yourself to eat some fiery habanero chili
  • Relax on one of the many beautiful and secluded beaches
  • Swim with dolphins in the Caribbean
  • Eat seafood straight out of the ocean on the Isla Mujeres
  • Visit one of the area's ecological theme parks, such as Garrafon Natural Reef Park
  • Take a sailing tour around the nearby islands
  • Ride a jet ski across the warm, blue sea
  • Look for bargains in the gigantic Mercado 28 flea market on Avenida Sunyaxchen
  • Learn to surf at one of the many local surf schools
  • Unwind at a spa with a Mayan twist

Airport(s) near Cancun

Cancun International Airport
Top Carriers
Airlines flying to Cancun include Virgin Atlantic, Aeromexico and Thomson.
Location
It is located around 17km from central Cancun.
Transportation
The easiest way to travel to and from the airport in Cancun is by using one of the bus or shuttle services on offer. The public bus is a non-stop service into the middle of Cancun and departs hourly.

Popular destinations near Cancun

Flying to Cancun is the fastest and most convenient way to reach these nearby destinations:

  • Playa del Carmen
  • Puerto Morelos
  • Tulum
  • Isla Mujeres
  • Akumal
  • Puerto Aventuras
  • Felipe Carrillo Puerto
  • Leona Vicario
  • Alfredo V. Bonfil
  • Chiquilá
  • Kantunilkín

Frequently asked questions about flights to Cancun

How can I find cheap flights to Cancun on eDreams?
At eDreams you will find flights from $74 to Cancun. Thanks to the combination of various technologies, machine learning algorithms and real user searches on our platform, you will be able to choose between the different options that best suit your needs when you have to fly to Cancun.
When's the best time to go to Cancun?
According to our customers' flight searches, the best time to fly to Cancun is March.
What are the cheapest airlines flying to Cancun?

Looking at the prices of our customers' bookings from US to Cancun, your best bet for cheap flights is:

  • Volaris: the average price of a one way flight is $383.69 . The average price of a Los Angeles, CA ticket to Cancun is $315.66 and $324.18 if you leave from Miami, FL.
  • Arajet: a one-way ticket costs on average $386.56: this has been calculated taking as a reference the average price of flights of Chicago to Cancun, which amounts to $386.56 and that of flights departing from Dallas, TX, whose average price is $294.17.
  • Frontier Airlines: the average price of a one-way ticket is $393.63. The flight between Houston, TX and Cancun costs on average $276.43 and the ticket price from Dallas, TX round the $303.30.
How long before a flight to Cancun should I be at the airport?
If you want to be on time for your flight to Cancun, you should get to the airport at least two to three hours in advance. Check-ins, security controls, customs, and boarding the airplane can take some time. At eDreams, you can find the best deals for flights to Cancun departing from over 128 cities and choose from a variety of services that will improve your time at the airport and guarantee a much better travel experience, such as priority boarding and additional luggage. For more convenience, when booking your flight to Cancun with eDreams you can also add insurance or opt for a refundable fare and have a problem-free trip!
How many airports are in Cancun and which is the main one?
Cancun has 1 airport. Cancun International Airport operates domestic and international flights to 128 cities. Some of the most popular destinations are Mexico City, Chicago and Miami.
How far is Cancun’s airport from the city centre?
Cancun’s airport Cancun International Airport is located 7 miles from the city centre.

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