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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cancún:

• Earliest: departs at 7:59 am and lands at 10:23 am
• Latest: departs at 2:27 pm and lands at 4:51 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 24m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cancún:

• Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cancún takes 2h 24m, covering 812 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cancún range from $306 to $542, with an average of $403 over the past 12 months. Anything below $306 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 6% above the $403 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $369 round-trip via Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX), compared to $409 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $50–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Frontier. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-900 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cancún flights, with 60% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 40%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

JetBlue is the only airline on the Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cancún route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cancún are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $169, which is 13% below the typical average for this route.

Cancun Airport (CUN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $16 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

Flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cancún usually depart from Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and arrive at Cancun (CUN).

Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cancún route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 20m.

One-stop flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cancún most commonly connect through:

• Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) - 41% of one-stop connections
• Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) - 31% of one-stop connections
• Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 10% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cancún. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $370 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $450, a difference of $80.

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

2 airlines operate flights between Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport and Cancún. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• Frontier

Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 08m, compared with 6h 28m via Miami (MIA) and 7h 33m via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL).

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

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.

Among airlines operating Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Cancún flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Frontier: offers free seat selection

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

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

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Air New Zealand: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Business Class

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

Cancun International Airport (CUN) is a gateway to Cancún for international travelers and an arrival point for onward travel to Isla Mujeres and Cozumel. ADO buses connect CUN to Playa del Carmen, steps from the Cozumel ferry. Reaching Isla Mujeres requires a ferry or boat connection from Cancún-area docks. Cozumel requires maritime transport from the mainland, typically Playa del Carmen.

Autobuses ADO is a popular option from CUN to the city center and the trip takes about 45 minutes. Taxis are also available at Terminal 2 and Terminal 3.

Rental cars from Hertz are available in front of Terminal 2 at CUN.

Yes, pets can fly from IAH to Cancun. Pet relief areas are located inside Terminals A, B and C near Gates A12, B1 and C2, respectively.

Parking options at IAH include valet parking with drop-off service at Terminals A, C and E, terminal parking with dedicated spots at each terminal and an economy lot that can be reserved in advance.