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June 24 - June 25

Cheapest

TLC - Cancún

$229

$94

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July 3 - July 8

NLU - Cancún

$209

$95

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June 19 - June 23

Best

TLC - Cancún

$384

$96

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June 22 - June 26

Best

TLC - Cancún

$370

$96

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June 24 - June 28

TLC - Cancún

$225

$96

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June 27 - June 30

TLC - Cancún

$221

$96

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August 23 - August 25

NLU - Cancún

$150

$97

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October 11 - October 13

NLU - Cancún

$122

$97

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June 17 - June 18

Earliest

TLC - Cancún

$250

$97

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June 17 - June 24

Earliest

TLC - Cancún

$211

$97

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Insights for flights from Mexico City to Cancún

Most itineraries for flights from Mexico City to Cancún are non-stop, with 77.7% of recent fares being direct. For the remaining itineraries that include connections, travelers typically encounter one stopover.

A typical journey from Mexico City to Cancún takes about 4h 40m, including any connections. This reflects the overall travel time for the route, which is classified as short-haul, covering a distance of 1284 kilometers.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Mexico City to Cancún? The data indicates that November is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $70. Other cost-effective options include April, with a median fare of $85, and September, where the median fare is $96.

For those seeking cheap flights from Mexico City to Cancún, fares typically range from $83–$265, with a median of $164. Right now, fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Only 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price, and new deals appear almost daily, suggesting opportunities for savings if you monitor prices.

How much is a round trip from Mexico City to Cancún

Regular price: $176 - $263

Prices for flights from Toluca to Cancún are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Toluca to Cancún is between $176 and $263. The current lowest deal is $94 on Kayak for travel from Jun 24-Jun 25.

now $94

Low $176

High $263

The cheapest time to fly from Mexico City to Cancún

The cheapest month to fly from Mexico City to Cancun is November, with a median price of $70. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $233. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $70

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $233

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Direct flights from Mexico City to Cancún

Volaris

Last-minute flights going from Mexico City to Cancún

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

TLC - Cancún

Toluca (TLC) - Cancún (CUN)

$250

$97

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

TLC - Cancún

Toluca (TLC) - Cancún (CUN)

$211

$97

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

TLC - Cancún

Toluca (TLC) - Cancún (CUN)

$249

$101

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

TLC - Cancún

Toluca (TLC) - Cancún (CUN)

$246

$101

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

TLC - Cancún

Toluca (TLC) - Cancún (CUN)

$306

$117

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

TLC - Cancún

Toluca (TLC) - Cancún (CUN)

$392

$104

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Mexico City to Cancún

2 nights

Jun 20 - Jun 22

$389 → $97

75%

4 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 23

$384 → $96

75%

3 nights

Jun 20 - Jun 23

$386 → $98

75%

2 nights

Jun 21 - Jun 23

$389 → $101

74%

Popular Airports to fly from Mexico City to Cancún

Mexico City - Cancún route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Mexico City to Cancún are above the typical level, with a current price of $94.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically the cheapest month

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City to Cancún, with a median price of $70.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 4h 40m

Direct flights from Mexico City to Cancún typically average 4 hours and 40 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

77.7% of deals are direct

Most deals for this route are direct, accounting for 77.7% of all available flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Volaris offers direct flights

Volaris is one airline that offers direct flights from Mexico City to Cancún.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Mexico City to Cancún are frequent, with over one deal per day.

Mexico City main airports to depart from

Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU)

Cheapest

Fly from Felipe Ángeles International Airport for a potentially cheaper option to Cancún.

📍 ~50 km from Mexico City (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$97

Mexico City International (MEX)

Depart from Mexico City International for convenient access to flights to Cancún.

📍 ~20 km from Mexico City (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$98

Cancún main airports to arrive at

Cancún International (CUN)

Cheapest

Cancún International Airport is a good choice for direct access to Cancún and the Riviera Maya.

📍 ~15 km from Cancún (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$95

Airports nearby Cancún used as alternative

Tulum International Airport (TQO)

Tulum International Airport is a new international gateway with modern facilities, offering a rapidly expanding flight network.

📍 ~135 km from Cancún (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$76

Cozumel International (CZM)

Cozumel International is a reliable alternative for travelers staying in the Riviera Maya with strong international flights.

📍 ~80 km from Cancún (requires a ferry transfer)

💸 Flights from ~$135

Mérida International (MID)

Cheapest

Mérida International is a major regional hub with excellent domestic connectivity and several key international routes.

📍 ~275 km from Cancún (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$74

Chetumal International (CTM)

Chetumal International is useful for domestic Mexican connections, particularly to Mexico City, serving southern Quintana Roo.

📍 ~375 km from Cancún (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$76

Philip S. W. Goldson International (BZE)

Philip S. W. Goldson International is a major international hub with diverse North American connections, viable for travelers heading south.

📍 ~450 km from Cancún (requires an international border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$642

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cancún

70% AI deal score

$472

$374

Save $98

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cancún

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Mexico City to Cancún is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $172. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees a higher average price of $310. For those planning further ahead, prices for bookings made 60+ days out averaged $195, while bookings 28-59 days out averaged $188.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Mexico City to Cancún was considered to be $83. The median price for this route over the same period was $164. Fares at the 75th percentile were around $265. These figures are based on pricing trends observed over a 90-day window.

Historically, November has been the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City to Cancún, with a median price of $70. April also offers competitive prices, with a median of $85. September has shown a median price of $96. The annual median price for this route is $164, based on data over a 270-day period.

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