Cheap Flights from Denver, CO (DEN) to Cancun (CUN)

Denver is the capital of Colorado and is one of the best places in America to live. The city is served by Denver International Airport, which is located 40 kilometers from the city center. Denver International Airport is known for its various art installations, including the Blue Mustang by Luis Jimenez.

You can board one of the cheap flights from Denver to Cancun at Denver International Airport. By size, it is the largest airport in America and also the sixth busiest by passenger traffic. The airport currently has three concourses, but in the future two more concourses may be added.

To catch Denver to Cancun flights at DIA, arrive at Union Station in the center of the city. Hop on an Amtrak or a Greyhound bus to the airport, or take an Amtrak train to reach the airport. You can also take a direct RTD train from Union Station to the DIA terminal. It costs approximately $9 to get to the airport from Denver's Union Station. Other options include taking a taxi or a private car. Another option is to take RTD's buses from various pickup points across Denver. Ensure you start early to reach in time for your flight.

While Cancun is internationally known for its nightclubs, resorts and beaches, this Mexican city offers a lot more than just nocturnal activities. Cancun offers some of the best water sports facilities to tourists, including scuba diving, sport fishing and snorkeling. Drive through steamy jungles outside the city or go biking in the mountains that circle the city. After your adventures, head back to Cancun to try authentic Mexican cuisine at Nichupte lagoon. A great place to shop for gifts is the Luxury Avenue, where upscale stores offer great deals. End your trip at one of the many spas that dot the city, where you can receive healing massages and treatments to help you rejuvenate.

Flights to Cancun from Denver land at the Cancun International Airport, which is located 12 kilometers from downtown Cancun and about 20 kilometers from the hotel zone. You will probably stay in the hotel zone, which is connected to the airport by taxis and buses. Remember to exchange your dollars to pesos before boarding a bus, as they only accept local currency. Buses operate between six in the morning and midnight. Taxis can be hailed outside the airport and cost between $50 and $60. A cheaper option is to take a shared van, which will set you back about $10 to reach the hotel zone.