Flying from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Miami International Airport to Cancun International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Cancun is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Miami.
Flights from MIA to CUN start from 07:00 — the earliest with American Airlines. The last service of the day is at 16:02 with American Airlines. Overall, there are 203 weekly Miami International Airport to Cancun International Airport flights.
Your MIA to CUN flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
A range of airlines offer direct flights from Miami International Airport to Cancun International Airport, so jetting to Cancun (and then discovering more of Mexico!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is American Airlines.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering MIA to CUN flights, with 76.25% of its services reaching their destination on time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Miami International Airport to Cancun International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MIA and CUN include:
Jose Marti International Airport
Tampa International Airport
La Aurora International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
R 1,938 is currently the best price for a one-way Miami International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 4,176. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Book five months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MIA to CUN.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Miami International Airport to Cancun International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MIA to CUN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Miami International Airport to Cancun International Airport.
Handy information about Miami International Airport (MIA)
MIA is located at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
Of all flights leaving Miami International Airport, 76.14% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Miami International Airport from central Miami, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near MIA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Miami International Airport to Cancun International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
If you're coming in on a late Miami International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near CUN:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Cancun International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, America or Europcar to explore Cancun and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Cancun International Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
From Cancun International Airport, Cancun is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The quietest month for a flight from Miami International Airport to Cancun International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Cancun based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Miami International Airport to Cancun International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Cancun, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MIA to CUN around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Merida is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be discovered once you've seen Cancun. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA, Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Mexico, head for Campeche, about 418 kilometres west of Cancun. Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche are among its highlights.
