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Cheapest round-trip
$105
Typical prices: $105-$194
Aeromexico
Sun 8/30Fri 9/4
MEX - CUN • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$56
Typical prices: $72-$124
Aeromexico
Sat 8/8
MEX - CUN • Non-stop
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Viva Light Fare includes a carry-on and changes; Volaris Plus fare adds a bag.
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Cheap Flights from Mexico City to Cancún (MEX-CUN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Mexico City 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 Mexico City to Cancún

Sun, Aug 30 - Fri, Sep 4
Aeromexico Logo
7:10 pm - 10:44 pm
MEX
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CUN
2h 34mnonstop
Aeromexico Logo
8:00 am - 9:30 am
CUN
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MEX
2h 30mnonstop
$105Aeromexico
Sat, Aug 29 - Thu, Sep 3
Aeromexico Logo
8:00 pm - 11:31 pm
MEX
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CUN
2h 31mnonstop
Aeromexico Logo
7:01 am - 8:25 am
CUN
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MEX
2h 24mnonstop
$105Aeromexico
Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 12
Aeromexico Logo
10:00 pm - 1:30 am
MEX
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CUN
2h 30mnonstop
Aeromexico Logo
7:01 am - 8:25 am
CUN
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MEX
2h 24mnonstop
$105Aeromexico
Fri, Sep 25 - Fri, Oct 2
Viva Logo
10:05 pm - 1:15 am
MEX
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CUN
2h 10mnonstop
Viva Logo
11:15 pm - 12:35 am
CUN
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MEX
2h 20mnonstop
$117Viva
Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 12
Viva Logo
10:05 pm - 1:15 am
MEX
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CUN
2h 10mnonstop
Viva Logo
7:50 pm - 9:10 pm
CUN
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MEX
2h 20mnonstop
$118Viva
Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 1
Viva Logo
10:55 pm - 2:05 am
MEX
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CUN
2h 10mnonstop
Viva Logo
2:50 pm - 4:10 pm
CUN
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MEX
2h 20mnonstop
$118Viva
Sat, Aug 29 - Sun, Sep 6
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:10 pm - 10:44 pm
MEX
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CUN
2h 34mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 7:35 am
CUN
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MEX
2h 20mnonstop
$121Multiple Airlines
Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Sep 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 1:30 am
MEX
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CUN
2h 30mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:15 pm - 12:35 am
CUN
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MEX
2h 20mnonstop
$121Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 11
Volaris Logo
8:45 pm - 11:58 pm
MEX
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CUN
2h 13mnonstop
Volaris Logo
5:25 am - 6:45 am
CUN
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MEX
2h 20mnonstop
$135Volaris
Sun, Oct 18 - Thu, Oct 22
Volaris Logo
8:45 pm - 11:58 pm
MEX
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CUN
2h 13mnonstop
Volaris Logo
9:50 pm - 11:10 pm
CUN
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MEX
2h 20mnonstop
$135Volaris
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Mexico City to Cancún flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Mexico City 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 Mexico City 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 Mexico City to Cancún departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Cancún from Mexico City usually cost between $108 and $193 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $105 on Aeromexico (Sep 5-Sep 12).

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Mexico City to Cancún clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Mexico City to Cancun, you should consider leaving on a Saturday and avoid Mondays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Mexico City, you’ll find the best rates on Tuesdays and the most expensive ones on Saturdays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City to Cancun?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Mexico City 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 Mexico City to Cancun is February, where tickets cost $105 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $201 and $166 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Mexico City 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 Mexico City 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 Mexico City to Cancun, you should book around 10 weeks before departure, which saves you about 31% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Mexico City 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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Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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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.

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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

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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 season

June

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$56
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 19% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 39% increase in price.
Flight from Mexico City to Cancun

When to book flights from Mexico City to Cancún

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Mexico City 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 flights from Mexico City to Cancun

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Mexico City to Cancun?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Mexico City to Cancun was $56 for a one-way ticket and $105 for a round-trip.

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

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

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

    Delta, Aeromexico, and Lufthansa offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Mexico City to Cancun flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Mexico City to Cancun?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Mexico City to Cancun flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Mexico City to Cancun?

    SkyTeam is the only airline alliance operating flights between Mexico City and Cancun.

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Mexico City to Cancun, Aeromexico or Viva?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Mexico City to Cancun are Aeromexico and Viva. With an average price for the route of $169 and an overall rating of 7.4, Aeromexico is the most popular choice. Viva is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $206 and an overall rating of 7.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Mexico City 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 Mexico City to Cancun.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cancun from Mexico City 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 Mexico City 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 Mexico City with another airline. Booking your flights between Mexico City 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 Mexico City 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 Mexico City 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 Mexico City to Cancun

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $102 or less one-way and $161 or less round-trip.
  • 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 to Cancun?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying 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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