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Cheapest round-trip
$145
Typical prices: $153-$244
Viva, Volaris
Fri 1/12Wed 1/17
GDL - CUN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$147
Typical prices: $162-$255
Viva
Wed 1/31Sun 2/4
GDL - CUN • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Volaris and Viva. Average duration is 2h 45m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 89% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 27% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $118 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Guadalajara to Cancún (GDL-CUN)

 

Cheap flights from Guadalajara to Cancún with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Tue, Jan 12 - Sun, Jan 17
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8:25 am - 3:35 pmGDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-CUN Cancun
6h 10m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
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10:20 am - 12:13 pmCUN  Cancun-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
2h 53mnonstop
$145Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 18
Viva Logo
5:44 pm - 9:25 pmGDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-CUN Cancun
2h 41mnonstop
Viva Logo
1:40 pm - 5:10 pmCUN  Cancun-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
4h 30m1 stop Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl
$146Viva
Sun, Jan 31 - Thu, Feb 4
Viva Logo
5:44 pm - 9:25 pmGDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-CUN Cancun
2h 41mnonstop
Viva Logo
10:25 pm - 12:20 amCUN  Cancun-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
2h 55mnonstop
$147Viva
Tue, Jan 5 - Wed, Jan 13
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6:58 am - 10:45 amGDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-CUN Cancun
2h 47mnonstop
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10:20 am - 12:13 pmCUN  Cancun-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
2h 53mnonstop
$148Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 15 - Sat, Mar 20
Viva Logo
6:00 pm - 9:40 pmGDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-CUN Cancun
2h 40mnonstop
Viva Logo
12:05 pm - 2:05 pmCUN  Cancun-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
3h 00mnonstop
$150Viva
Mon, Feb 22 - Sat, Feb 27
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5:55 pm - 9:35 pmGDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-CUN Cancun
2h 40mnonstop
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10:20 am - 12:13 pmCUN  Cancun-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
2h 53mnonstop
$155Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 18 - Sun, Feb 21
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11:50 am - 3:31 pmGDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-CUN Cancun
2h 41mnonstop
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10:20 am - 12:13 pmCUN  Cancun-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
2h 53mnonstop
$165Volaris
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
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2:26 pm - 6:07 pmGDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-CUN Cancun
2h 41mnonstop
Volaris Logo
10:20 am - 12:13 pmCUN  Cancun-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
2h 53mnonstop
$170Volaris
Tue, Jan 5 - Wed, Jan 13
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10:21 am - 5:41 pmGDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-CUN Cancun
6h 20m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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11:18 am - 4:44 pmCUN  Cancun-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
6h 26m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$171Aeromexico
Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 19
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9:22 am - 3:40 pmGDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-CUN Cancun
5h 18m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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1:33 pm - 9:17 pmCUN  Cancun-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
8h 44m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$171Aeromexico

Price, demand and travel trends for Guadalajara to Cancún flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Guadalajara to Cancún?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Guadalajara to Cancún. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Guadalajara to Cancún?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Guadalajara to Cancún at $140 round-trip.
•November ($228) and October ($223) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 62% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Guadalajara to Cancún the cheapest?

Flights from Guadalajara to Cancún are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice for your flight from Guadalajara to Cancún

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier

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.

Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on Volaris

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

John Walton

John Walton

Expert on Viva

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on CUN and GDL

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.

Key details for Guadalajara to Cancún flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$91
Beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 30% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Guadalajara to Cancún

When to book flights from Guadalajara to Cancún

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Your Guadalajara to Cancún flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Guadalajara to Cancún?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Guadalajara to Cancún:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 8:45 am
    • Latest: departs at 5:44 pm and lands at 8:29 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 45m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Guadalajara to Cancún?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Guadalajara to Cancún:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Guadalajara to Cancún?

    A nonstop flight from Guadalajara to Cancún takes 2h 45m, covering 1,061 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Guadalajara to Cancún?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Guadalajara to Cancún flight?

    Round-trip flights from Guadalajara to Cancún range from $153 to $244, with an average of $193 over the past 12 months. Anything below $153 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Guadalajara to Cancún flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 18% above the $193 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Guadalajara to Cancún?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $118 round-trip via Mexico City Toluca Intl (TLC), compared to $202 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Guadalajara to Cancún?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $28–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Guadalajara to Cancún?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Viva and Volaris. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Guadalajara to Cancún spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Guadalajara to Cancún flights, with 72% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 14%, evening flights for 14%, and night flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Guadalajara to Cancún looking right now?

    One-way fares from Guadalajara to Cancún are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $125, which is 8% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Cancun Airport (CUN)?

    Cancun Airport (CUN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • MEXRENTACAR
    • America Car Rental
    • Budget
    • Europcar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Guadalajara to Cancún?

    Flights from Guadalajara to Cancún usually depart from Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) and arrive at Cancun (CUN).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Guadalajara to Cancún?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Guadalajara to Cancún?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Guadalajara to Cancún route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 15m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Guadalajara to Cancún pass through?

    One-stop flights from Guadalajara to Cancún most commonly connect through:

    • Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) - 92% of one-stop connections
    • Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Mexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl (NLU) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Puebla City Huejotzingo (PBC) - 1% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Guadalajara to Cancún?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from Guadalajara to Cancún. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $180 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $201, a difference of $21.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Guadalajara to Cancún?

    2 airlines operate flights between Guadalajara and Cancún. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Volaris
    • Viva

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Guadalajara to Cancún?

    Flying via Mexico City Toluca Intl (TLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 50m, compared with 6h 55m via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) and 6h 58m via Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY).

  • What is the time difference between Guadalajara and Cancún?

    Cancún is 1 hour ahead of Guadalajara (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cancún?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cancún are Playa Caracol, Playa Delfines and Playa Gaviota Azul. These are among the most viewed places in Cancún on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Guadalajara to Cancún flights?

    Among airlines operating Guadalajara to Cancún flights:

    • Viva: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Guadalajara to Cancún flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Viva: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Volaris: a checked bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Where can I park at Guadalajara Airport?

    Eport is the name of the parking facility at the airport. It provides services on a daily or hourly basis. Hourly parking is located relatively close to the airport terminals. The daily option is close to Terminal 1 and is the long-term parking area. Eport has a system for swiftly locating parking places that are open, which is accessible at all the lots. Parking payment will only be accepted in Mexican pesos.

  • Are there lounges in Guadalajara Airport?

    There are several airport lounges that are air-conditioned and provide refreshments, magazines, and Wi-Fi. Travelers with a Priority Pass and members of Lounge Club and Diners Club can access these lounges. You can also buy passes online or pay at the door. These lounges include VIP Lounge in Zone D, near Gate D31, VIP Lounge before Gate B13, Salón Beyond Banamex on the upper level, and Aeromexico Salon Premier on the upper level.

  • Is there public transportation available from Cancun Airport to the city center?

    ADO operates the Cancun bus service, which is located close to the taxis. It runs between Cancun Bus Station and Cancun Airport T2. The 12-mile bus ride from Cancun Airport to Cancun Bus Station takes about 35 minutes. Despite the fact that the 308 bus timetables normally run seven days a week, be sure to check for weekend and holiday schedules in advance.

  • Where can I rent a car at Cancun Airport?

    The rental car center at Cancun Airport is home to the majority of local and international rental companies. Within 48 hour of picking up the car, the agencies permit customers to cancel their arrangements without incurring fees.

Your guide to booking Guadalajara to Cancún flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $180, about $21 less than Thursday fares (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 26% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Guadalajara to Cancún trip for February. Fares historically average $140 round-trip in that month - typically $88 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Viva. Over the past three months, 89% of Viva flights from Guadalajara to Cancún arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 88%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 15m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Mexico City Toluca Intl Airport (TLC) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $118 round-trip on this route - about $84 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cancun Airport.

    • Courtyard by Marriott Cancun Airport
    • Hilton Garden Inn Cancun Airport
    • City Express by Marriott Cancun Aeropuerto
  • You can take the public city bus to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) in Guadalajara. The bus stops near the OXXO store at the airport. You can download the Rutas GDL app, which has information about prices, Guadalajara public transit routes, and ticketing information.
  • It is best that you get to the Guadalajara Airport (GDL) at least 3 hours before your flight, or two if it's a domestic flight. Wi-Fi is provided for free in case you have some free extra time. If you experience any difficulties connecting to the network, you can also use the Wi-Fi at Wings restaurant or Starbucks as you relax.
  • If you have any queries, stop by one of the information desks at Cancun International Airport (CUN) for assistance. They are staffed by trained personnel who can assist with queries on travel, transportation, luggage retrieval, and internal matters, and they are situated in T3 and T4.
  • If you've booked an all-inclusive package, your representatives will be waiting outside the terminal with signs bearing the name of the company or the passenger.
  • The lost and found department is open every day. Items found in the planes, shuttles, and garage are kept in the lost and found section for 30 days while the crew searches for the owners. In addition, you can make a direct phone contact to the office to report misplaced things.

Prefer to fly direct from Guadalajara to Cancun?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Airport to Cancun Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal to Cancun

Monday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Tuesday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Wednesday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Thursday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Friday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Saturday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Sunday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

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Direct returns

Cancun to Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Monday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Tuesday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Wednesday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Thursday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Friday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Saturday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

Sunday

Viva,Volaris

Viva,Volaris

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