Cheap flights from Mexico City to Cancún
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Mexico City to Cancún and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | $121 | Viva1 stop9 hrSat, Sep 19 — Mon, Sep 21 | The cheapest round-trip flight from Mexico City to Cancún is currently $121 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $52 | VivaNonstop3 hrSun, Jul 5 | The cheapest one-way flight from Mexico City to Cancún is currently $52 | |
| Cheapest nonstop flights | $124 | VivaNonstop3 hrSat, Jul 4 — Mon, Jul 6 | The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Mexico City to Cancún is currently $124 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | $153 | VivaNonstop3 hrSat, Jun 27 — Sun, Jun 28 | The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Mexico City to Cancún is currently $153 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | $277 | AeromexicoNonstop3 hrThu, Sep 3 — Sun, Sep 6 | The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Mexico City to Cancún is currently $277 |
| Fastest flight | 2 hr 5 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Mexico City to Cancún takes 2 hr 5 min |
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| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive flights for weekend trips from Mexico City to Cancún per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Mexico City to Cancún is typically February. The most expensive month to fly is typically November.
| February Cheapest | Typical prices: $80–125 |
|---|---|
| November Most expensive | Typical prices: $165–270 |
Popular airlines from Mexico City to Cancún
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Mexico City to Cancún in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- VivaNonstopfrom $121Typical price: $110–22575 weekly nonstop flightsMEX, NLU - CUNEvery day1707 weekly connecting flightsMEX, NLU - CUNEvery day
- AeromexicoNonstopfrom $160Typical price: $130–280100 weekly nonstop flightsMEX, NLU - CUNEvery day127 weekly connecting flightsMEX, NLU - CUNEvery day
- VolarisNonstopTypical price: $135–23035 weekly nonstop flightsMEX, NLU - CUNEvery day384 weekly connecting flightsMEX, NLU - CUNEvery day
- COPAfrom $600Typical price: $620–1,10088 weekly connecting flightsMEX - CUNEvery day
- Aviancafrom $828Typical price: $710–1,05031 weekly connecting flightsMEX - CUNEvery day
- AmericanTypical price: $1,050–1,85021 weekly connecting flightsMEX - CUNEvery day
Popular airports near Mexico City
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Mexico City center and popularity with travelers.
- Mexico City International Airport Benito Juárez (MEX)Mexico CityMexico24 min4 mi
- Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU)Mexico CityMexico1 hr 20 min23 mi
- Lic. Adolfo López Mateos International Airport (TLC)Mexico CityMexico1 hr 7 min29 mi
- Queretaro International Airport (QRO)Santiago de QuerétaroMexico2 hr 43 min106 mi
Popular airports near Cancún
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Cancún center and popularity with travelers.
- Cancun International Airport (CUN)CancúnMexico24 min9 mi
- Aeropuerto Internacional de Tulum Felipe Carrillo Puerto (TQO)TulumMexico2 hr 26 min86 mi
- Cozumel International Airport (CZM)CozumelMexico2 hr 30 min44 mi
- Mérida International Airport (MID)MeridaMexico3 hr 37 min181 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Mexico City to Cancún
The cheapest flights from Mexico City to Cancún are usually in February. Typical ticket prices in February range from $80 to $125.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Mexico City to Cancún recently found on Google Flights was with Viva from $121. The cheapest one-way flight was with Viva from $52.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Viva flight from Mexico City to Cancún is $121, flying from Sep 19 to Sep 21.
- The cheapest Aeromexico flight from Mexico City to Cancún is $160, flying from Sep 10 to Sep 13.
- The cheapest COPA flight from Mexico City to Cancún is $600, flying from Aug 27 to Aug 30.
- The cheapest Avianca flight from Mexico City to Cancún is $828, flying from Sep 10 to Sep 13.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Mexico City to Cancún starts at $121 from Sat, Sep 19 to Mon, Sep 21. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $52 and departs on Sun, Jul 5.
2 hr 5 min is the shortest flight time from Mexico City to Cancún.
Peak season is winter (Dec–Apr), becoming busiest during U.S. university students’ spring break (Mar–Apr, dates vary). Summer (Jun–Aug) is very hot and humid. Fall (Sep–Nov) is warm, with a chance of hurricanes. Visits from mid-Jun–late Aug offer the opportunity to snorkel with giant whale sharks off the coast of Isla Holbox, while sea turtle nesting season is Jun–Aug. Key events and holidays include Cinco de Mayo (May 5) and the Cancún Jazz Festival (Sep).
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Mexico City to Cancún.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Mexico City to Cancún really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Mexico City to Cancún.
In terms of nonstop flights, Aeromexico is the most popular. Aeromexico offers 100 nonstop flights and 127 connecting flights per week. Aeromexico flies from Mexico City International Airport Benito Juárez (MEX), Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) to Cancun International Airport (CUN).
In terms of flights, Viva is the most popular. Viva offers 75 nonstop flights and 1,707 connecting flights per week. Viva flies from Mexico City International Airport Benito Juárez (MEX), Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) to Cancun International Airport (CUN).
Other popular airlines flying from Mexico City to Cancún are:
In terms of nonstop flights, Aeromexico is the most popular. Aeromexico offers 100 nonstop flights and 127 connecting flights per week. Aeromexico flies from Mexico City International Airport Benito Juárez (MEX), Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) to Cancun International Airport (CUN).
In terms of flights, Viva is the most popular. Viva offers 75 nonstop flights and 1,707 connecting flights per week. Viva flies from Mexico City International Airport Benito Juárez (MEX), Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) to Cancun International Airport (CUN).
Other popular airlines flying from Mexico City to Cancún are:
- Volaris offers 35 nonstop flights and 384 connecting flights per week. Volaris flies from Mexico City International Airport Benito Juárez (MEX), Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) to Cancun International Airport (CUN).
- COPA offers 88 connecting flights per week. COPA flies from Mexico City International Airport Benito Juárez (MEX) to Cancun International Airport (CUN).
- Avianca offers 31 connecting flights per week. Avianca flies from Mexico City International Airport Benito Juárez (MEX) to Cancun International Airport (CUN).
- American offers 21 connecting flights per week. American flies from Mexico City International Airport Benito Juárez (MEX) to Cancun International Airport (CUN).
The cheapest round-trip flight from Mexico City to Cancún recently found on Google Flights was with Viva from $121. The cheapest one-way flight was with Viva from $52.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Viva flight from Mexico City to Cancún is $121, flying from Sep 19 to Sep 21.
- The cheapest Aeromexico flight from Mexico City to Cancún is $160, flying from Sep 10 to Sep 13.
- The cheapest COPA flight from Mexico City to Cancún is $600, flying from Aug 27 to Aug 30.
- The cheapest Avianca flight from Mexico City to Cancún is $828, flying from Sep 10 to Sep 13.
Aeromexico, Viva and Volaris fly direct from Mexico City to Cancún.
- There are 75 Viva direct flights from Mexico City to Cancún per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 100 Aeromexico direct flights from Mexico City to Cancún per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 35 Volaris direct flights from Mexico City to Cancún per week. Flights are available every day.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Mexico City and Cancún at price $153 is offered by Viva from Sat, Jun 27 to Sun, Jun 28.
Aeromexico, Viva and Volaris fly direct from Mexico City to Cancún.
- There are 75 Viva direct flights from Mexico City to Cancún per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 100 Aeromexico direct flights from Mexico City to Cancún per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 35 Volaris direct flights from Mexico City to Cancún per week. Flights are available every day.
There are direct flights from Mexico City to Cancún on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Mexico City and Cancún start at $124 from Sat, Jul 4 to Mon, Jul 6 with Viva.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Mexico City to Cancún, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Mexico City and Cancún start at $277 from Thu, Sep 3 to Sun, Sep 6 with Aeromexico.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Mexico City and Cancún start at $121 from Sat, Sep 19 to Mon, Sep 21.
To book business class trips from Mexico City to Cancún, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Mexico City and Cancún starts at $153 from Sat, Jun 27 to Sun, Jun 28 with Viva.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Mexico City and Cancún at price $153 is offered by Viva from Sat, Jun 27 to Sun, Jun 28.
To find last-minute flight deals from Mexico City to Cancún, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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Prices include required taxes + fees for 1 adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
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