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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$379
Typical prices: $328-$571
Frontier
Thu 8/13Sun 8/23
DTW - CUN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$485
Typical prices: $306-$586
Aeromexico
Fri 8/21Fri 8/28
DTW - CUN • Non-stop
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Delta offers free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members on most Detroit-Cancun flights.
At Cancun, immigration is often quick with automated passport checks.
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You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 3h 46m
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Cheapest • Avg $433 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 07m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 26% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Cancún (DTW-CUN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Detroit to Cancún that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Cancún

Thu, Aug 13 - Sun, Aug 23
Frontier Logo
6:10 am - 1:53 pm
DTW
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CUN
8h 43m
1 stop
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3:06 pm - 1:04 am
CUN
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DTW
8h 58m
1 stop
$379Frontier
Sat, Aug 1 - Tue, Aug 4
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2:56 pm - 1:46 pm
DTW
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CUN
23h 50m
1 stop
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3:06 pm - 4:28 pm
CUN
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DTW
24h 22m
1 stop
$380Frontier
Sat, Aug 1 - Fri, Aug 7
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2:56 pm - 1:46 pm
DTW
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CUN
23h 50m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
3:31 pm - 12:34 pm
CUN
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DTW
20h 03m
1 stop
$381Frontier
Sat, Sep 12 - Thu, Sep 17
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3:34 pm - 2:45 pm
DTW
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CUN
24h 11m
1 stop
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3:15 pm - 11:30 pm
CUN
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DTW
7h 15m
1 stop
$383Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jul 27 - Thu, Jul 30
Frontier Logo
7:40 am - 12:49 pm
DTW
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CUN
30h 09m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
3:31 pm - 12:34 pm
CUN
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DTW
20h 03m
1 stop
$384Frontier
Tue, Jul 21 - Wed, Jul 29
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6:10 am - 1:46 pm
DTW
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CUN
8h 36m
1 stop
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3:06 pm - 12:40 am
CUN
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DTW
8h 34m
1 stop
$385Frontier
Mon, Aug 3 - Fri, Aug 7
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6:10 am - 1:46 pm
DTW
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CUN
8h 36m
1 stop
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3:31 pm - 12:34 pm
CUN
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DTW
20h 03m
1 stop
$389Frontier
Sun, Sep 6 - Sun, Sep 13
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6:00 am - 1:54 pm
DTW
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CUN
8h 54m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
3:55 pm - 12:42 am
CUN
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DTW
7h 47m
1 stop
$390Frontier
Thu, Aug 13 - Fri, Aug 21
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6:10 am - 1:53 pm
DTW
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CUN
8h 43m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
11:10 am - 1:04 am
CUN
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DTW
12h 54m
2 stops
$391Frontier
Mon, Jul 20 - Wed, Jul 29
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1:50 pm - 9:23 am
DTW
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CUN
20h 33m
1 stop
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11:10 am - 9:52 am
CUN
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DTW
21h 42m
1 stop
$392Frontier
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Detroit to Cancún flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Detroit to Cancún to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cancún?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cancún departing in August.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit to Cancun?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cancún clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Cancun on a Monday and more expensive on a Thursday. On your return trip to Detroit, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Mondays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cancun?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cancún, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cancun is January, where tickets cost $383 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are May and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $640 and $592 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cancun?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $622, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cancun?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cancún, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cancun, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 3 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Detroit to Cancún

 
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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Brandon Schultz

Expert on CUN

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Low seasonJune
Cheapest flight$159
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 9% increase in price.
Flight from Detroit to Cancun

When to book flights from Detroit to Cancún

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to Cancún based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Detroit to Cancun flights

  • Are there any services for passengers with limited mobility at CUN?

    Cancun International Airport (CUN) caters to the needs of persons with mobility limitations as they arrive from Detroit. You’ll meet friendly staff willing to aid you as move through the customs snd security desk. Still, there are special ramps to help you when enplaning, and wheelchair-accessible amenities like toilets.

  • Are there currency exchange services at CUN?

    Immediately after you land at Cancun International Airport (CUN) from Detroit, look out for the currency exchange counters such as Globo Cambio to convert your dollars into Mexican Pesos. These facilities are located in the arrivals halls in Terminals 1, 2 and 3.

  • Which is the best way to get to the Mayan Ruins of Chichén Itzá from Cancun International Airport (CUN)?

    The distance between Cancun International Airport (CUN), and Mayan Ruins of Chichén Itzá is around 120 miles. Buses provide the most convenient transportation options to connect you to this archaeological site. As such, hop onto the ADO Bus and you’ll get there in around 3h. The service leaves at 8.45 am, daily.

  • How can I use the inter-terminal movement at Cancun International Airport (CUN)?

    A free shuttle runs regularly from one terminal to the other at CUN. Terminal 3 is the main terminal handling all the international departures and departures from Detroit. Your airline will inform your gate of exit upon landing at CUN.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cancun?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cancun was $159 for a one-way ticket and $379 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Detroit and Cancun?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Cancun from Detroit.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Detroit to Cancun?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Detroit to Cancun flight route: Delta, Aeromexico, JetBlue, WestJet Encore, WestJet, AeroMexico Connect, Air Canada, and American Airlines.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Detroit to Cancun?

    The Boeing 737-900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Detroit to Cancun flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Detroit to Cancun?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Detroit and Cancun, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Detroit to Cancun?

    There are nonstop flights from Detroit to Cancun on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Detroit to Cancun, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Detroit to Cancun are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $661 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $679 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Detroit to Cancun?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Detroit to Cancun.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Detroit to Cancun?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cancun from Detroit is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Detroit to Cancun?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Cancun with an airline and back to Detroit with another airline. Booking your flights between Detroit and CUN can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Detroit to Cancun?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cancun from Detroit up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cancun

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $270 or less one-way and $538 or less round-trip.
  • If you’re traveling with kids from Detroit to Cancun via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), remember that the property offers lactation rooms. Those using McNamara Terminal can locate these suites close to gates A15, and C2. In Evans Terminal, they lie close to gates D8, D15, and D24. The suites provide a private hideout for breastfeeding mothers.
  • You won’t have a shortage of options if you’re looking to leave your car at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ahead of your voyage to Cancun. There’s a variety of convenient, economical parking garages, including handicap-accessible parking lots. Regular free shuttles connect on-airport parking lots to the Ground Transportation Center, making it easier for you to access the terminal.
  • Several hotels sit within easy reach of the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). As such, plan and reserve a room in one of these facilities if you’re expecting to leave with an early morning flight to Cancun. Delta Hotels by Marriott Detroit Metro Airport is a recommended hotel, and it offers free shuttles to and from the airport.
  • Passengers flying Delta Airlines from Detroit to Cancun should remember that the carrier runs a hub at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). You’ll depart through Terminal M – McNamara. Use this chance to fully exploit Delta Sky Club on Concourse A, 2nd level, near Gate A68. Members enjoy priority clearance and access.
  • American Airlines flying between Detroit and Cancun has a pet-friendly policy, allowing you to bring your furry friends in the cabin. Normally, they allow only household animals like dogs. It’s important to bring your pet’s most recent immunization certificate and lock it in its cage during the trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Detroit to Cancun?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Cancun.
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Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Cancun

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Cancun to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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