Flying from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
A direct flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Cancun International Airport takes an average of 2 hours 22 minutes. The timezone in Cancun is UTC-5, so it's 1 hour ahead of Mexico City.
Every week, there are 261 flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Cancun International Airport. The first flight from MEX to CUN is at 00:01 and the latest is at 23:45.
Flying over a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Visiting Cancun (and then seeing more of Mexico!) is easy with VivaAerobus. This popular airline has direct flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Cancun International Airport.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Cancun International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between MEX and CUN are:
Carlos Rovirosa Perez International Airport
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport
Veracruz International Airport
No need to bring your passport or a visa for travel within Mexico. You will need a valid form of identification however, like an ID card or driver's license. Put them on your packing list once you've found cheap ticket from MEX to CUN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Benito Juarez International Airport to Cancun International Airport is R 536. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 875. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get cheap tickets from MEX to CUN, reserve your trip 1 month ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Benito Juarez International Airport to Cancun International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time checking for cheap tickets from MEX to CUN every day.
Take advantage of filters to find the best journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Cancun International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 57 minutes.
After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near MEX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Cancun International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Cancun International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near CUN:
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun International Airport to the centre of Cancun is around 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Benito Juarez International Airport to Cancun International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Cancun. If you want a quieter vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Cancun is August, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Benito Juarez International Airport to Cancun International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from MEX to CUN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Cancun
Once you've booked your flights from MEX to CUN, you'll need to find a place to stay in Cancun. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Playa Delfines, El Rey Ruins and Dubai Palace Casino are must-have experiences during your Cancun visit.
Complete your Cancun trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Cancun International Airport — next up is finding a place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Cancun.
