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Cheapest round-trip
$117
Typical prices: $124-$212
Viva
Sun 2/25Wed 2/28
MEX - CUN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$118
Typical prices: $124-$211
Volaris
Thu 1/11Thu 1/18
MEX - CUN • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Aeromexico, Viva and others. Average duration is 2h 25m.
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Most punctual • 100% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 32% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $163 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Benito Juarez to Cancún (MEX-CUN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Benito Juarez to Cancún

Thu, Feb 25 - Sun, Feb 28
Viva Logo
8:00 pm - 10:00 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-CUN Cancun
13h 00m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
Viva Logo
6:15 am - 7:40 amCUN  Cancun-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
2h 25mnonstop
$117Viva
Mon, Jan 25 - Mon, Jan 25
Viva Logo
5:35 am - 12:45 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-CUN Cancun
6h 10m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
Viva Logo
11:25 pm - 12:50 amCUN  Cancun-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
2h 25mnonstop
$117Viva
Sat, Feb 13 - Sat, Feb 20
Viva Logo
8:35 am - 8:50 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-CUN Cancun
11h 15m1 stop Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo
Viva Logo
6:15 am - 7:40 amCUN  Cancun-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
2h 25mnonstop
$117Viva
Mon, Jan 11 - Mon, Jan 18
Volaris Logo
5:45 pm - 8:57 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-CUN Cancun
2h 12mnonstop
Volaris Logo
3:20 pm - 4:45 pmCUN  Cancun-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
2h 25mnonstop
$118Volaris
Wed, Jan 27 - Sun, Jan 31
Volaris Logo
11:05 am - 2:17 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-CUN Cancun
2h 12mnonstop
Volaris Logo
10:45 am - 12:10 pmCUN  Cancun-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
2h 25mnonstop
$120Volaris
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
Volaris Logo
10:55 am - 2:07 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-CUN Cancun
2h 12mnonstop
Volaris Logo
11:55 am - 1:20 pmCUN  Cancun-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
2h 25mnonstop
$121Volaris
Wed, Jan 27 - Sun, Jan 31
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10:05 pm - 1:10 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-CUN Cancun
2h 05mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:30 pm - 7:55 pmCUN  Cancun-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
2h 25mnonstop
$130Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:10 pm - 2:15 amMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-CUN Cancun
2h 05mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:30 pm - 7:55 pmCUN  Cancun-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
2h 25mnonstop
$130Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 7
Aeromexico Logo
3:05 pm - 6:36 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-CUN Cancun
2h 31mnonstop
Aeromexico Logo
7:56 am - 9:30 amCUN  Cancun-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
2h 34mnonstop
$136Aeromexico
Thu, Mar 4 - Tue, Mar 9
Aeromexico Logo
8:05 pm - 11:34 pmMEX  Mexico City Benito Juarez-CUN Cancun
2h 29mnonstop
Aeromexico Logo
11:27 am - 1:05 pmCUN  Cancun-MEX Mexico City Benito Juarez
2h 38mnonstop
$136Aeromexico
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún?

Round-trip flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún typically range from $124 to $212. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $117, on Viva.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún at $109 round-trip.
•December ($225) and November ($168) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 106% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún the cheapest?

Flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% 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 Benito Juarez to Cancún

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

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Brandon Schultz

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Expert on CUN

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Key details for Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$69
Beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 43% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún

When to book flights from Benito Juarez to Cancún

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Benito Juarez 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 Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport 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 Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 7:25 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:35 pm and lands at 2:00 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 25m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún?

    A nonstop flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún takes 2h 25m, covering 798 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport 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 Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún flight?

    Round-trip flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún range from $124 to $212, with an average of $159 over the past 12 months. Anything below $124 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the $159 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $159 round-trip and layover options via Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) at $163.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún?

    AeroMexico Connect is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Aeromexico has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún flights are:

    • AeroMexico Connect: 100% on time
    • Aeromexico: 94% on time
    • Viva: 84% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 88% of the time on average.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $26–$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 Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport 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 Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún flights, with 49% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 24%, afternoon flights for 14%, and night flights for 13%.

  • How are flight prices from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún looking right now?

    One-way fares from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $97, which is 15% 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 averaging $16 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún?

    Flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún usually depart from Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) and arrive at Cancun (CUN).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún?

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

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport 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 Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 32m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún pass through?

    One-stop flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún most commonly connect through:

    • Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) - 73% of one-stop connections
    • Tijuana Rodriguez (TIJ) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl (MDE) - 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $152 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $167, a difference of $15.

    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 Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún?

    4 airlines operate flights between Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport and Cancún. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Aeromexico
    • Viva
    • Volaris
    • Turkish Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún?

    Flying via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 14m, compared with 6h 27m via Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo (MTY) and 10h 39m via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG).

  • What is the time difference between Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport and Cancún?

    Cancún is 1 hour ahead of Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport (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 Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún flights?

    Among airlines operating Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún flights:

    • Viva: offers free seat selection
    • Aeromexico: 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 Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport 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
    • Aeromexico: 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.

  • Are there on-site hotels at MEX?

    Mexico City Airport has on-site hotels, including the Hilton Mexico City Airport within the Terminal 1 international arrivals area. Free shuttle buses are available from Terminal 2. Courtyard Mexico City Airport is connected to Terminal 1 by a covered walkway and Hotel NH Collection Mexico City Aeropuerto is located on the 6th floor of Terminal 2. Additionally, there are IZzzleep sleeping capsules in Terminals 1 and 2 that also offer showers.

  • Can you fly nonstop from Mexico City Airport to Cancun Airport?

    Yes, Mexico City is relatively close to Cancun, and for nonstop flights, you can book your flight with Aeromexico, Volaris, and VivaAerobus.

  • Where are the ATM machines at MEX Airport?

    ATM and cash machines are available in the upper and lower levels of Terminals 1 and 2, and so are banking services. Banks include Scotiabank, Banorte, Banamex, HSBC Bank, Santander, and BBVA Bank. Round-the-clock currency exchange kiosks are available in the lower level of Terminal 1.

  • Which airline is most suitable to fly from Mexico City to Cancun?

    Aeromexico is one of the top options. With Terminal 2 at MEX dedicated solely to the airline, you'll experience quicker security and check-ins. The flights are also nonstop to Cancun, so win-win.

Your guide to booking Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport 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 $152, about $15 less than Thursday fares (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancún trip for February. Fares historically average $109 round-trip in that month - typically $116 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with AeroMexico Connect. Over the past three months, 100% of AeroMexico Connect flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport 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 1h 32m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • 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
  • Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is about 4 miles from downtown Mexico. A cheap and convenient way to get there from central Mexico is through the Metrobus Line 5 that stops at Terminals 1 and 2. The Metro Train Line 5 will also drop you a few minutes’ walk away from Terminal 1.
  • When you touch down at Cancun International Airport (CUN), you can use the ADO bus to get to downtown Cancun. You can also use this bus service to reach other cities served by Cancun Airport, including Cozumel, Isla Mujeres, Playa del Carmen, Leona Vicario, Kantunilkin, and X-Can.
  • If you'd like to drive yourself to Cancun City, you can easily book your car through KAYAK and pick it up at Cancun Airport. Car rental agencies available include Alamo, Dollar, Avis, National, Enterprise, and Hertz. You'll find car rental counters in the baggage claim area, and their shuttle services will take you to where the cars are parked.
  • Mexico City Airport has several attractions, including exhibitions documenting science, Mexican aviation history, and technology on display in Terminal 1. There are two bookshops, Fondo de Cultura Economica in Terminal 1 and Libreria Educal in Terminal 2.
  • Aeromexico is the airline on this route with an airport lounge at MEX. The National and International Aeromexico Premier lounges offer snacks, liquor, Wi-Fi, flight monitors, and more. The International lounge has a shower and a spa room. You can pay at the door for about $30 or get a lounge pass in advance even if you don't fly with the airline.
  • Amenities at Mexico City Airport include designated smoking areas and SMK Lounges in both Terminal 1 and 2. If you need medication, Farmacia International and Farmacia Benavides pharmacies are available in Terminals 1 and 2. Medical services are also available at the upper level of Terminal 2. Luggage storage and wrapping are available in Terminal 1. There's also a post office and several tour agencies within the airport.

Prefer to fly direct from Mexico City Benito Juarez to Cancun?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to Cancun Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Mexico City Benito Juarez to Cancun

Monday

Aeromexico,Turkish Airlines,Viva, +1 more

Aeromexico,Turkish Airlines, +2 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico,Turkish Airlines,Viva, +1 more

Aeromexico,Turkish Airlines, +2 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico,Turkish Airlines,Viva, +1 more

Aeromexico,Turkish Airlines, +2 more

Thursday

Aeromexico,Turkish Airlines,Viva, +1 more

Aeromexico,Turkish Airlines, +2 more

Friday

Aeromexico,Turkish Airlines,Viva, +1 more

Aeromexico,Turkish Airlines, +2 more

Saturday

Aeromexico,Turkish Airlines,Viva, +1 more

Aeromexico,Turkish Airlines, +2 more

Sunday

Aeromexico,Turkish Airlines,Viva, +1 more

Aeromexico,Turkish Airlines, +2 more

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Direct returns

Cancun to Mexico City Benito Juarez

Monday

Aeromexico,Viva,Volaris

Aeromexico,Viva, +1 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico,Viva,Volaris

Aeromexico,Viva, +1 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico,Viva,Volaris

Aeromexico,Viva, +1 more

Thursday

Aeromexico,Viva,Volaris

Aeromexico,Viva, +1 more

Friday

Aeromexico,Viva,Volaris

Aeromexico,Viva, +1 more

Saturday

Aeromexico,Viva,Volaris

Aeromexico,Viva, +1 more

Sunday

Aeromexico,Viva,Volaris

Aeromexico,Viva, +1 more

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