Travelling from Tapachula International Airport (TAP) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
Cancun's timezone is UTC-5, making Cancun one hour ahead of Tapachula.
Leave enough time to catch your TAP to CUN flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tapachula International Airport (TAP) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Tapachula International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight is R 1,851. A return fare is currently R 4,090. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from TAP to CUN, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Tapachula International Airport to Cancun International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Tapachula International Airport (TAP)
81.15% of flights leaving Tapachula International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when setting off from TAP.
To reach Tapachula International Airport from central Tapachula, it takes about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your flight from Tapachula International Airport to Cancun International Airport off to a hassle-free start. Only a short drive from TAP, spend the night in Mision Surf and be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
If you're landing on a late Tapachula International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near CUN:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Cancun International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cancun and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Cancun International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun International Airport to the centre of Cancun has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Tapachula International Airport to Cancun International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Cancun in May.
The warmest month in Cancun is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Tapachula International Airport to Cancun International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from TAP to CUN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Merida is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Cancun. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA, Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno.
Around 418 kilometres west of Cancun, Campeche is another essential stop in Mexico. No visit is complete without checking out Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche.