Cheap flights from Mexico City to Cancún

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Cheapest round-trip flightsHK$720
AeromexicoNonstop3 hrSat, Jan 24 — Mon, Jan 26
The cheapest round-trip flight from Mexico City to Cancún is currently HK$720
Cheapest one-way flightHK$422
AeromexicoNonstop3 hrWed, Jan 14
The cheapest one-way flight from Mexico City to Cancún is currently HK$422
Last-minute weekend getawayHK$3,121
AeromexicoNonstop3 hrSat, Dec 20 — Sun, Dec 21
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Mexico City to Cancún is currently HK$3,121
Cheapest business class flightsHK$1,982
AeromexicoNonstop3 hrSat, Jan 24 — Mon, Jan 26
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Mexico City to Cancún is currently HK$1,982
Fastest flight2 hr 5 minThe fastest nonstop flight from Mexico City to Cancún takes 2 hr 5 min
Nonstop flightsEvery dayThere are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Mexico City to Cancún is typically March. The most expensive month to fly is typically November.
March
Cheapest
Typical prices: HK$560–930
November
Most expensive
Typical prices: HK$1,200–2,050

Popular airlines from Mexico City to Cancún

  • Viva
    Nonstop
    Typical price: HK$740–1,700
    85 weekly nonstop flights
    MEX, NLU - CUNEvery day
    1930 weekly connecting flights
    MEX, NLU - CUNEvery day
  • Aeromexico
    Nonstop
    from HK$720
    Typical price: HK$860–2,050
    110 weekly nonstop flights
    MEX, NLU - CUNEvery day
    88 weekly connecting flights
    MEX, NLU - CUNEvery day
  • Volaris
    Nonstop
    Typical price: HK$680–1,400
    37 weekly nonstop flights
    MEX, NLU - CUNEvery day
    380 weekly connecting flights
    MEX, NLU - CUNEvery day
  • COPA
    from HK$5,493
    Typical price: HK$4,750–8,300
    76 weekly connecting flights
    MEX - CUNEvery day
  • Avianca
    from HK$5,161
    Typical price: HK$3,500–7,300
    34 weekly connecting flights
    MEX - CUNEvery day
  • American
    from HK$6,206
    Typical price: HK$7,900–14,000
    21 weekly connecting flights
    MEX - CUNEvery day

Popular airports near Mexico City

  • Mexico City International Airport Benito Juárez (MEX)
    Mexico CityMexico25 min6 km
  • Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU)
    Mexico CityMexico1 hr 21 min37 km
  • Lic. Adolfo López Mateos International Airport (TLC)
    Mexico CityMexico1 hr 10 min46 km
  • Queretaro International Airport (QRO)
    Santiago de QuerétaroMexico2 hr 45 min171 km

Popular airports near Cancún

  • Cancun International Airport (CUN)
    CancúnMexico23 min14 km
  • Aeropuerto Internacional de Tulum Felipe Carrillo Puerto (TQO)
    TulumMexico2 hr 25 min138 km
  • Cozumel International Airport (CZM)
    CozumelMexico2 hr 28 min71 km
  • Mérida International Airport (MID)
    MeridaMexico3 hr 38 min292 km

Frequently asked questions about flying from Mexico City to Cancún

The cheapest flights from Mexico City to Cancún are usually in March. Typical ticket prices in March range from HK$560 to HK$930.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Mexico City to Cancún recently found on Google Flights was with Aeromexico from HK$720. The cheapest one-way flight was with Aeromexico from HK$422.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Aeromexico flight from Mexico City to Cancún is HK$720, flying from Jan 24 to Jan 26.
  • The cheapest COPA flight from Mexico City to Cancún is HK$5,493, flying from Mar 12 to Mar 15.
  • The cheapest Avianca flight from Mexico City to Cancún is HK$5,161, flying from Feb 28 to Mar 1.
  • The cheapest American flight from Mexico City to Cancún is HK$6,206, flying from Jan 30 to Feb 2.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Mexico City to Cancún starts at HK$720 from Sat, Jan 24 to Mon, Jan 26. The cheapest one-way flight starts at HK$422 and departs on Wed, Jan 14.
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.
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 110 nonstop flights and 88 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 85 nonstop flights and 1,930 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 37 nonstop flights and 380 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 76 connecting flights per week. COPA flies from Mexico City International Airport Benito Juárez (MEX) to Cancun International Airport (CUN).
  • Avianca offers 34 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 number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Mexico City and Cancún.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Mexico City to Cancún recently found on Google Flights was with Aeromexico from HK$720. The cheapest one-way flight was with Aeromexico from HK$422.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Aeromexico flight from Mexico City to Cancún is HK$720, flying from Jan 24 to Jan 26.
  • The cheapest COPA flight from Mexico City to Cancún is HK$5,493, flying from Mar 12 to Mar 15.
  • The cheapest Avianca flight from Mexico City to Cancún is HK$5,161, flying from Feb 28 to Mar 1.
  • The cheapest American flight from Mexico City to Cancún is HK$6,206, flying from Jan 30 to Feb 2.
Aeromexico, Viva and Volaris fly direct from Mexico City to Cancún.
  • There are 85 Viva direct flights from Mexico City to Cancún per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 110 Aeromexico direct flights from Mexico City to Cancún per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 37 Volaris direct flights from Mexico City to Cancún per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Mexico City and Cancún at price HK$3,121 is offered by Aeromexico from Sat, Dec 20 to Sun, Dec 21.
Aeromexico, Viva and Volaris fly direct from Mexico City to Cancún.
  • There are 85 Viva direct flights from Mexico City to Cancún per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 110 Aeromexico direct flights from Mexico City to Cancún per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 37 Volaris direct flights from Mexico City to Cancún per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
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 HK$720 from Sat, Jan 24 to Mon, Jan 26 with Aeromexico.
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 HK$1,982 from Sat, Jan 24 to Mon, Jan 26 with Aeromexico.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Mexico City and Cancún start at HK$720 from Sat, Jan 24 to Mon, Jan 26.
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.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Mexico City and Cancún starts at HK$3,121 from Sat, Dec 20 to Sun, Dec 21 with Aeromexico.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Mexico City and Cancún at price HK$3,121 is offered by Aeromexico from Sat, Dec 20 to Sun, Dec 21.
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.

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