What percentage of Cancún to New York flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 23.3% of flights from Cancún to New York have historically been direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically encounter a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that a significant portion of flights on this route involve at least one connection.

How long is the flight from Cancún to New York?

The typical direct flight from Cancún to New York has a median duration of 3 hours and 59 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 9 hours and 55 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 2573 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences in flight time when planning their journey.

How often do Cancún to New York flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Cancún to New York route have shown frequent drops. This suggests that travelers may often find opportunities to secure more favorable fares. Price fluctuations are a common characteristic of this route, making it beneficial to monitor prices regularly.

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October 9 - October 23

Cheapest

CUN - New York

$328

$320

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September 24 - September 27

CUN - New York

$322

$321

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December 9 - December 30

CUN - New York

$452

$321

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September 25 - September 28

CUN - New York

$465

$322

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September 22 - September 28

Earliest

CUN - New York

$367

$322

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October 24 - October 29

CUN - New York

$363

$322

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October 2 - October 7

CUN - New York

$389

$322

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October 13 - October 20

CUN - New York

$384

$322

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November 5 - November 8

Best

CUN - New York

$585

$322

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January 14 - January 20

CUN - New York

$415

$322

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Cancún to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from Cancún to New York

Flights from Cancún to New York typically range from $313 to $731, with a median fare of $513. Right now, fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 21% of recent fares were considered a good price, and new deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

If you are looking for cheap flights from Cancún to New York, the data indicates that January is typically the cheapest month to fly, with a median fare of $205. December also offers lower prices, with a median of $288, followed by June, where the median fare is around $310.

When flying from Cancún to New York, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 23.3% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Cancún to New York takes approximately 13h 9m, including connections. This duration reflects the prevalence of itineraries with one or more stopovers rather than direct flights from Cancún to New York.

The route from Cancún to New York covers a distance of 2573 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight. This distance typically involves several hours of travel, often with a connection.

How much is a round trip from Cancún to New York

Regular price: $379 - $603

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

The regular price range for this route is between $379 and $603. The current lowest deal is $277 with Aeroméxico for travel from Sep 18-Sep 20.

now $277

Low $379

High $603

The cheapest time to fly from Cancún to New York

The cheapest month to fly from Cancun to New York is January, with a median price of $205. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $965. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $205

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $965

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Direct flights from Cancún to New York

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Last-minute flights going from Cancún to New York

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CUN - New York

Cancún (CUN) - New York (LGA)

United Airlines

$745

$367

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CUN - New York

Cancún (CUN) - New York (JFK)

Aeroméxico

$546

$327

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CUN - New York

Cancún (CUN) - New York (JFK)

Aeroméxico

$540

$327

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

CUN - New York

Cancún (CUN) - New York (JFK)

Aeroméxico

$521

$327

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

CUN - New York

Cancún (CUN) - New York (EWR)

United Airlines

$463

$322

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

CUN - New York

Cancún (CUN) - New York (JFK)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$567

$328

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cancún to New York

4 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 18

$777 → $345

56%

7 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 25

$738 → $350

53%

7 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 21

$738 → $351

52%

6 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 20

$739 → $360

51%

Popular Airports to fly from Cancún to New York

Cancún - New York route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Cancún to New York are above the typical level at $277.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Cancún to New York, with a median price of $205.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 13h 9m

The median flight duration from Cancún to New York is 13 hours and 9 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 23.3% of recent flights from Cancún to New York are direct, with connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Aeroméxico offers a recent deal at $277

Aeroméxico recently offered a flight from Cancún to New York for $277.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals on flights from Cancún to New York appear frequently, so check often for good prices.

Cancún main airports to depart from

Cancún International (CUN)

Cheapest

Cancún International Airport is a good option for flights from Cancún to New York.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$311

New York main airports to arrive at

Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Cheapest

Consider Newark Liberty International for flights to New York, often offering the cheapest fares from Cancún.

📍 ~15 km from New York city center (reachable by car, bus, train)

💸 Flights from ~$311

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

John F. Kennedy International is a major gateway to New York, providing diverse flight options from Cancún.

📍 ~21 km from New York city center (reachable by car, bus, train)

💸 Flights from ~$311

LaGuardia (LGA)

LaGuardia is a convenient option for flights from Cancún, located closer to Manhattan.

📍 ~13 km from New York city center (reachable by car, bus)

💸 Flights from ~$317

New York Stewart International Airport (SWF)

New York Stewart International Airport offers an alternative arrival point for your trip from Cancún.

📍 ~90 km from New York city center (reachable by car, bus)

💸 Flights from ~$462

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Westchester County (HPN)

Westchester County Airport is a useful alternative for travelers heading to Manhattan, the Bronx, and Westchester suburbs.

📍 ~45 km from New York (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$316

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Philadelphia International Airport is a major hub with a vast flight network, accessible from NYC via rail.

📍 ~135 km from New York (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$329

Long Island MacArthur (ISP)

Long Island MacArthur Airport is an excellent alternative for residents of Queens, Brooklyn, and Long Island.

📍 ~80 km from New York (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$390

Bradley International (BDL)

Cheapest

Bradley International Airport is a reliable regional option for Connecticut and Northern New York, offering diverse domestic routes.

📍 ~175 km from New York (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$274

Trenton–Mercer (TTN)

Trenton–Mercer Airport is a useful low-cost carrier option with relatively close proximity to the New Jersey/New York border.

📍 ~90 km from New York (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$441

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Cancún to New York is typically 14-27 days before departure. Flights booked within this period have shown an average price of $375. In contrast, booking 0-6 days out has historically resulted in a higher average price of $534, while booking 7-13 days out has an average price of $611. Prices for flights booked 60+ days in advance have also been observed to be higher, averaging around $610.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Cancún to New York has historically been considered to be $313 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $513. Prices typically range, with 75% of observed fares being at or below $731. Travelers can use these benchmarks to assess the value of available flights.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Cancún to New York, with a median price of $205. December and June have also shown lower median prices, at $288 and $310 respectively, making them favorable times for travel. The annual median price for this route is typically $513, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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