What percentage of Cancún to New York flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 25.4% of flights from Cancún to New York were direct. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that a significant portion of travelers on this route will likely have connecting flights. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey.

How often do Cancún to New York flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Cancún to New York route tend to drop frequently. On average, there are typically 1.03 price drops per day. This indicates that opportunities for finding deals on this route are consistent across the trailing quarter. Travelers may benefit from monitoring prices regularly for potential savings.

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Cheap Flights from Cancún to New York

Q: How long is the flight from Cancún to New York?

The median direct flight time from Cancún to New York is 4 hours and 7 minutes, or 247 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, typically around 10 hours and 45 minutes, or 645 minutes. The distance covered by this route is 2573 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences when choosing between direct and connecting options.

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September 18 - September 20

Cheapest

CUN - New York

$464

$277

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October 16 - October 18

CUN - New York

$392

$286

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November 24 - November 28

Best

CUN - New York

$590

$307

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October 22 - October 27

CUN - New York

$394

$319

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October 9 - October 23

CUN - New York

$329

$319

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November 5 - November 9

CUN - New York

$577

$319

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September 27 - October 4

CUN - New York

$313

$319

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September 9 - September 16

Earliest

CUN - New York

$311

$319

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September 14 - September 21

CUN - New York

$313

$319

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October 8 - October 12

CUN - New York

$294

$319

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Cancún to New York: Overview

Insights for flights from Cancún to New York

Flights from Cancún to New York cover a distance of 2573 km, classifying this as a medium-haul route. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Cancún to New York, fares typically range from $281–$654, with a median of $396. Right now, current fares are near the typical level, and about 9% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cancún to New York? The data indicates that January is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $205. Following January, December also presents a more budget-friendly option, with a median fare of $288. June is another relatively cheaper month to consider, showing a median fare of $310.

Most itineraries for flights from Cancún to New York involve connections, with only about 25.4% of recent fares being non-stop. For those itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How long is the flight from Cancún to New York? A typical journey from Cancún to New York takes approximately 13h 9m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stopover.

How much is a round trip from Cancún to New York

Regular price: $379 - $601

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

The regular price range for flights from Cancún to New York is between $379 and $601. The current lowest deal is $277 with Aeroméxico, for travel from Sep 18-Sep 20.

now $277

Low $379

High $601

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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United Airlines

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

3 nights

Aug 21 - Aug 24

$752 → $358

52%

5 nights

Aug 21 - Aug 26

$738 → $366

50%

4 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 15

$763 → $395

48%

8 nights

Aug 21 - Aug 29

$691 → $375

46%

Popular Airports to fly from Cancún to New York

Cancún - New York route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for Cancún to New York are near the typical level, with a median price of $396.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $205

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically a 13h 9m journey

Flights from Cancún to New York typically last 13h 9m, covering a medium-haul distance.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 74.6% of deals, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Aeroméxico offers recent deals

Aeroméxico has offered recent deals for flights from Cancún to New York.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Cancún to New York are frequent, with over 1 deal per day.

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, especially for travelers in the Bronx, Upper Manhattan, or Westchester.

📍 ~40 km from New York (reachable by car or rideshare)

💸 Flights from ~$395

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Philadelphia International Airport is a major international hub, offering a vast network of destinations and competitive pricing.

📍 ~130 km from New York (reachable by Amtrak or NJ Transit rail services)

💸 Flights from ~$331

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 Long Island Rail Road)

💸 Flights from ~$395

Bradley International (BDL)

Cheapest

Bradley International Airport is a reliable regional option, useful if NYC airports have severe delays or price spikes.

📍 ~160 km from New York (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$279

Trenton–Mercer (TTN)

Trenton–Mercer Airport is a viable ultra-low-cost option due to its proximity to the New Jersey/New York border.

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

💸 Flights from ~$479

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

Historically, the best prices for flights from Cancún to New York are found when booking between 14 and 27 days in advance. During this period, the average price was $375. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees an average price of $534, while booking 7-13 days out averages $611. For those planning further ahead, booking 60+ days in advance typically results in an average price of $610.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Cancún to New York is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $281. The median price for this route during the same period was $396. Prices above $654 are typically in the higher range for this route. Travelers should aim for prices closer to the good deal threshold to secure better value.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Cancún to New York, with a median price of $205. December also offers relatively lower prices, with a median of $288. The annual median price for this route is $396. While June has a median of $310, it was also identified as the most expensive month on average.

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