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Cheapest round-trip
$342
Typical prices: $366-$539
Volaris
Mon 8/24Sat 8/29
SMF - CUN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$150
Typical prices: $180-$288
Volaris
Tue 8/25
SMF - CUN • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Sacramento and Cancún. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $340 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 59m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 16% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Cancún (SMF-CUN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Sacramento 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Cancún

Mon, Aug 24 - Sat, Aug 29
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11:30 pm - 12:04 pm-
10h 34m
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11:16 am - 10:29 pm-
13h 13m
$342Volaris
Mon, Oct 12 - Sat, Oct 17
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11:30 pm - 9:55 am-
8h 25m
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10:40 am - 6:29 pm-
9h 49m
$343Volaris
Thu, Aug 27 - Fri, Sep 4
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1:15 am - 12:04 pm-
8h 49m
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11:15 am - 11:50 pm-
14h 35m
$392Multiple Airlines
Sun, Aug 30 - Mon, Sep 7
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1:15 am - 12:04 pm-
8h 49m
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6:10 am - 6:29 pm-
38h 19m
$400Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 17 - Tue, Feb 2
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12:21 am - 5:38 pm-
14h 17m
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1:33 pm - 10:41 pm-
12h 08m
$478Aeromexico
Mon, Jan 18 - Tue, Feb 2
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6:00 am - 4:05 pm-
7h 05m
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3:10 pm - 10:41 pm-
10h 31m
$483Aeromexico
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
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6:00 am - 4:05 pm-
7h 05m
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11:20 am - 11:41 pm-
15h 21m
$493Delta
Tue, Nov 3 - Fri, Nov 13
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6:00 am - 5:55 pm-
8h 55m
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8:00 am - 7:08 pm-
14h 08m
$493Delta
Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 22
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5:15 am - 2:37 pm-
7h 22m
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1:12 pm - 9:42 pm-
10h 30m
$497United Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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7:39 am - 7:19 pm-
9h 40m
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7:51 am - 5:39 pm-
11h 48m
$544United Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Sacramento to Cancún flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Cancún departing in August.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Cancún from Sacramento usually cost between $366 and $539 in August.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $342 on Volaris (Aug 24-Aug 29).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Cancun?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Cancun is September, where tickets cost $388 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are October and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $547 and $533 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Cancun, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 2 weeks before departure.

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Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$150
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Sacramento to Cancún

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Cancun

  • What types of flights can I take from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)?

    There are no direct flights from Sacramento to Cancun. However, you will find many journeys with just one or two layovers along the way. If you opt for a flight with one layover, it will typically take place in San Francisco, Houston, or Salt Lake City. These routes are usually operated by United Airlines and Delta Airlines. If you choose a flight with two layovers, they will most likely be in Denver and Houston. These routes with two stopovers are typically on board United Airlines.

  • What is the best way to get to the Sacramento International Airport (SMF) from downtown Sacramento?

    SMF is only about a 15min drive from downtown Sacramento, so it will be no problem to drive your own car or to take a taxi or a rideshare like Uber or Lyft. There are also several public transportation options available. The Sacramento Regional Transit District operates bus route 142 which is an express service to and from the downtown area.

  • How can I get to downtown Cancun from the Cancun International Airport (CUN)?

    There are plenty of options to get to downtown Cancun from the airport. You can easily take a taxi or pre-book a private shuttle from the airport to your hotel. Or, you can take the public bus. The ADO bus goes from the airport to the downtown area every 30min.

  • Are there any hotels near CUN?

    Of course, there are several hotels that are close to the Cancun International Airport. If you need to stay in this area, your options include the Hilton Garden Inn Cancun Airport and the Courtyard by Marriott Cancun Airport, among many others.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sacramento to Cancun?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sacramento to Cancun was $150 for a one-way ticket and $342 for a round-trip.

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

    A passport is required to fly from Sacramento to Cancun.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sacramento to Cancun?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sacramento to Cancun?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Sacramento and Cancun, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Cancun from Sacramento?

    Guadalajara is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Sacramento to Cancun.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sacramento to Cancun, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sacramento to Cancun are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $697 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $621 and an overall rating of 7.8.

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

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

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

  • If you will need to park your car at the Sacramento International Airport (SMF) for the duration of your trip to Cancun, there are several parking options available. The most popular for long-term parking are the daily lots, which include both a parking garage and an uncovered lot. Or, you can make use of the economy parking lots.
  • If you get to SMF early and you need to kill time before your flight, there are plenty of things to do at the airport. You can make use of the Escape Lounges where you will find high-quality food and beverage as well as high-speed private internet.
  • Both the Sacramento International Airport (SMF) and the Cancun International Airport (CUN) have services for travelers with limited mobility. Both airports offer wheelchair accessible facilities as well as assistance navigating the airport before takeoff and after landing. Contact your airline in advance to take full advantage of these services.
  • If you are renting a car when you land in Cancun, make your way to the car rental center. It is conveniently located within the airport so you will not need to take a shuttle to an offsite location. The rental car center is open 24/7 for your convenience.
  • If you need to exchange currency in preparation for your trip to Cancun, you will either need to do it before you arrive at SMF or after you land in Cancun. SMF does not have any currency exchange offices at the moment. However, you can visit one of the currency exchange offices located within the Cancun International Airport upon arrival.

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