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Cheapest round-trip
$368
Typical prices: $431-$678
Frontier
Thu 11/15Sat 11/24
STL - CUN • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$172
Typical prices: $210-$390
Frontier
Fri 1/12
STL - CUN • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Southwest, Frontier and American Airlines. Average duration is 3h 14m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 18% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 22% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $440 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 20m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from St. Louis to Cancún (STL-CUN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from St. Louis to Cancún

Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 24
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6:20 am - 10:34 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CUN Cancun
3h 14mnonstop
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2:05 pm - 4:25 pmCUN  Cancun-STL Lambert-St Louis
3h 20mnonstop
$368Frontier
Sun, Jan 31 - Fri, Feb 5
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6:00 am - 10:28 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CUN Cancun
3h 28mnonstop
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2:02 pm - 4:27 pmCUN  Cancun-STL Lambert-St Louis
3h 25mnonstop
$369Frontier
Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 24
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7:13 am - 3:06 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CUN Cancun
6h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:05 pm - 4:25 pmCUN  Cancun-STL Lambert-St Louis
3h 20mnonstop
$415Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
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12:02 pm - 9:55 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CUN Cancun
20h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:15 pm - 4:40 pmCUN  Cancun-STL Lambert-St Louis
3h 25mnonstop
$428Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 7
Air Canada Logo
4:05 pm - 8:30 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CUN Cancun
27h 25m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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9:30 pm - 3:26 pmCUN  Cancun-STL Lambert-St Louis
18h 56m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$451Air Canada
Sun, Jan 31 - Fri, Feb 5
Southwest Logo
5:15 am - 5:25 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CUN Cancun
11h 10m1 stop Houston Hobby
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4:20 pm - 6:35 pmCUN  Cancun-STL Lambert-St Louis
3h 15mnonstop
$464Southwest
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24
Southwest Logo
11:45 am - 7:45 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CUN Cancun
7h 00m1 stop Houston Hobby
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4:00 pm - 6:10 pmCUN  Cancun-STL Lambert-St Louis
3h 10mnonstop
$464Southwest
Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11
American Airlines Logo
8:43 am - 5:30 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CUN Cancun
7h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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2:26 pm - 10:17 pmCUN  Cancun-STL Lambert-St Louis
8h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$468American Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Wed, Jan 13
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6:08 pm - 10:48 amSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CUN Cancun
15h 40m1 stop Miami
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2:30 pm - 8:01 pmCUN  Cancun-STL Lambert-St Louis
6h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$468American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
Air Canada Logo
4:05 pm - 6:00 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CUN Cancun
24h 55m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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6:55 pm - 3:26 pmCUN  Cancun-STL Lambert-St Louis
45h 31m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
$476Air Canada
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Price, demand and travel trends for St. Louis to Cancún flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from St. Louis to Cancún?

Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Cancún typically range from $431 to $678. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $368, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Cancún?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Cancún. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Cancún?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Cancún at $425 round-trip.
•September ($727) and March ($602) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 71% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from St. Louis to Cancún the cheapest?

Flights from St. Louis to Cancún are cheapest 4 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 18% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from St. Louis 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.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on STL

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.

Brandon Schultz

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.

Key details for St. Louis to Cancún flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$172
Beat the crowds with an average 58% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 65% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from St. Louis to Cancún

When to book flights from St. Louis to Cancún

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from St. Louis to Cancún based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Cancún?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from St. Louis to Cancún:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 9:14 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:25 pm and lands at 3:39 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 14m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from St. Louis to Cancún?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from St. Louis to Cancún:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from St. Louis to Cancún?

    A nonstop flight from St. Louis to Cancún takes 3h 14m, covering 1,241 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from St. Louis to Cancún?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a St. Louis to Cancún flight?

    Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Cancún range from $431 to $678, with an average of $548 over the past 12 months. Anything below $431 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute St. Louis to Cancún flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 6% above the $548 route average. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $440 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $522 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from St. Louis to Cancún?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$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 St. Louis to Cancún?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Frontier. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • How are flight departures from St. Louis to Cancún spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on St. Louis to Cancún flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on St. Louis to Cancún flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on St. Louis to Cancún flights:

    • American Airlines
    • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

  • How are flight prices from St. Louis to Cancún looking right now?

    One-way fares from St. Louis to Cancún are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $209, which is 27% below 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 St. Louis to Cancún?

    Flights from St. Louis to Cancún usually depart from Lambert-St Louis (STL) and arrive at Cancun (CUN).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from St. Louis to Cancún pass through?

    One-stop flights from St. Louis to Cancún most commonly connect through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from St. Louis to Cancún?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from St. Louis to Cancún. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $484 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $599, a difference of $115.

    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 St. Louis to Cancún?

    3 airlines operate flights between St. Louis and Cancún. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Southwest
    • Frontier
    • American Airlines

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

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 20m, compared with 6h 32m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 6h 33m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • 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 St. Louis to Cancún flights?

    Among airlines operating St. Louis to Cancún flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; 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 St. Louis to Cancún flights?

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

    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Frontier: a cabin 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.

  • How can I get into the city center of Cancun from CUN?

    There is a bus stop in Terminal 2 of CUN where you can catch an ADO bus into the city center of Cancun. This journey will take you approximately 30min. These buses tend to leave the airport about every 30min. From CUN, you can also take a Cancun Shuttle or a Jayride shuttle into the city. This trip will take approximately 20min.

  • Is there a USO lounge at STL?

    Active-duty US military service members and their family members can take advantage of the James S. McDonnell USO at STL. This lounge is open 24h, 7 days a week, every day of the year. It can be found on the lower level of Terminal 1 opposite the M6 baggage claim. Everything in the USO is offered without charge, such as beverages, snacks, computers, laptops, TV, and so much more. There is even an area where you can sleep.

  • Does STL have a chapel or prayer room?

    STL has two inter-faith chapels. One is located in Terminal 1, on the lower level. The other is located near gate E-40. These quiet spaces for reflection and meditation are open every day, for 24h. These rooms, which can be quite places of sanctuary, also provide prayer, prayer rugs, spiritual guidance, religious services, and empathetic listening.

  • How can I fly from STL to CUN?

    Frontier and Southwest operate non-stop flights from STL to CUN. United Airlines and American Airlines are among the carriers that operate one-stop flights. These flights often stop in cities such as Houston (IAH), Charlotte (CLT), or Chicago (ORD).

Your guide to booking St. Louis 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 $484, about $115 less than Thursday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 4 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 18% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your St. Louis to Cancún trip for January. Fares historically average $425 round-trip in that month - typically $302 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $440 round-trip on this route - about $81 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
  • As a part of an arts and culture initiative at the Lambert St. Louis International Airport (STL), Terminal 1 features a piano and a player. As a result, travelers get to enjoy live music as they head through the airport.
  • Parking lots for long-term parking are available in Lots B and D at STL. Complimentary shuttles can take you to your terminal, and these run approximately every 10min. Generally, payment is due at the time that you leave the lot when you have returned from your trip.
  • At STL, traveling mothers can take advantage of lactation suites if they want to breastfeed in private or need to pump while they are in the airport. Each lactation suite is a quiet calm, sanitized space that has a sink, a comfortable chair, a table, an outlet, an ottoman, and a bench. The suites are designed with enough room for luggage, a stroller, and other family members. These lactation suites can be found at Gates A10, E33, and C9.
  • There are many currency exchange counters throughout Cancun International Airport (CUN) in Terminals 2, 3, and 4. You also have the option of exchanging money somewhere in town or online to perhaps get a better exchange rate.
  • CUN has a designated restaurant and waiting area called The Meeting Point, designed specifically for international passengers to meet up with people when they land. There is one located in Terminal 2 and another in Arrival Terminal 3. This is the ideal place to meet someone at the airport once you have arrived.

Prefer to fly direct from St. Louis to Cancun?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Lambert-St Louis Airport to Cancun Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Lambert-St Louis to Cancun

Monday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Tuesday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Wednesday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Thursday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Friday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

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Direct returns

Cancun to Lambert-St Louis

Monday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Tuesday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Wednesday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Thursday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Friday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

Frontier,Southwest

Frontier,Southwest

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