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Cheapest round-trip
$359
Typical prices: $422-$690
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IAD - CUN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$366
Typical prices: $490-$773
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Mon 11/9Fri 11/13
IAD - CUN • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Dulles Intl to Cancún (IAD-CUN)

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

Wed, Jan 13 - Mon, Jan 18
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3:38 pm - 1:28 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CUN Cancun
9h 50m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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8:50 pm - 2:06 pmCUN  Cancun-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
17h 16m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$359Aeromexico
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 22
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3:44 pm - 1:37 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CUN Cancun
9h 53m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
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6:04 am - 2:11 pmCUN  Cancun-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 07m1 stop Mexico City Benito Juarez
$359Aeromexico
Sat, Jan 23 - Fri, Feb 5
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5:46 pm - 10:45 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CUN Cancun
16h 59m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Miami
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7:00 am - 5:15 pmCUN  Cancun-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
10h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Fri, Feb 5
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5:46 pm - 10:45 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CUN Cancun
16h 59m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Miami
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2:22 pm - 11:12 pmCUN  Cancun-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 50m2 stops Miami Charlotte Douglas
$359American Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Thu, Sep 10
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5:25 pm - 12:30 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CUN Cancun
20h 05m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Boston Logan Intl
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12:45 pm - 2:11 pmCUN  Cancun-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
24h 26m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$359Delta
Sat, Sep 5 - Fri, Sep 11
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5:25 pm - 12:30 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CUN Cancun
20h 05m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Boston Logan Intl
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12:45 pm - 10:03 amCUN  Cancun-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
20h 18m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$359Delta
Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12
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1:01 pm - 4:55 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CUN Cancun
3h 54mnonstop
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4:42 pm - 12:14 amCUN  Cancun-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$364United Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29
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12:35 pm - 3:12 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CUN Cancun
3h 37mnonstop
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1:12 pm - 10:30 pmCUN  Cancun-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 18m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$364United Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Sep 16
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8:26 am - 11:05 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CUN Cancun
3h 39mnonstop
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11:14 am - 3:32 pmCUN  Cancun-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
3h 18mnonstop
$368Lufthansa
Sat, Aug 29 - Fri, Sep 4
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12:35 pm - 3:12 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CUN Cancun
3h 37mnonstop
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11:14 am - 3:32 pmCUN  Cancun-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
3h 18mnonstop
$371Lufthansa
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Dulles Intl to Cancún flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancún departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Cancún from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport usually cost between $472 and $747 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $359 on Delta (Sep 5-Sep 11).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Cancun?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancún clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Cancun on a Monday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Cancun. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Wednesday and avoiding Mondays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancun?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancun is September, where tickets cost $508 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $613 and $609 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancun?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $549, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancun, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 28% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Dulles Intl to Cancún

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on IAD

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.

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.

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Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$163
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 7% increase in price.
Flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Cancun

When to book flights from Dulles Intl to Cancún

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dulles Intl 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 Washington Dulles Airport to Cancun flights

  • How to get from Cancun International Airport to Cancun city center?

    There are various options for reaching the city center from CUN. There are numerous taxi/cab services that you can utilize by making pre-arrangements. You can use the public ADO bus, which is the cheapest option. You can also use the various rental car services available at the airport. Renting cars is easy and convenient and you have a great variety of different vehicle and budget options.

  • Does Washington Dulles International Airport have accessibility services?

    Yes. The airport has reserved parking spaces that are accessible for low-mobility travelers, and you can request wheelchair assistance services through your airlines. The elevators have buttons with braille labels for independent navigation of low-vision travelers. Visual pagers for low-hearing travelers are strategically placed around the airport. The airport shuttle buses are well adapted and equipped with wheelchair lifts and ramps. All restrooms are wheelchair accessible and have well adapted with special features like modified sinks and toilet stalls.

  • What hotels are near Cancun International Airport?

    Some hotels near CUN include Courtyard by Marriott Cancun Airport, Hampton Inn by Hilton Cancun Cumbres, and Reflect Crystal Grand Cancun. They offer numerous amenities for guests including free shuttle services to the airport.

  • Is Washington Dulles International Airport pet-friendly?

    For travelers accompanied by pets or service animals, IAD has some designated pet/animal relief areas. Some locations of the pet relief areas include adjacent to gate A32, across gate D1, and outside the terminal on the departures level. There is also another relief area on the Arrivals Level, around Baggage Claim 1.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancun?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancun was $163 for a one-way ticket and $359 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Washington Dulles Airport and Cancun?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Washington Dulles Airport and on arrival in Cancun.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Washington Dulles Airport to Cancun?

    Washington Dulles Airport airport is called Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl and the only airport in Cancun is Cancun.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Washington Dulles Airport to Cancun?

    JetBlue, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Washington Dulles Airport to Cancun flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Washington Dulles Airport to Cancun?

    The Boeing 737-900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Washington Dulles Airport to Cancun flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Cancun?

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from Washington Dulles Airport to Cancun?

    There are nonstop flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Cancun on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cancun, Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cancun are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $436 and an overall rating of 7.8, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $586 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Washington Dulles Airport 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 Washington Dulles Airport to Cancun.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cancun from Washington Dulles Airport 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 Washington Dulles Airport 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 Washington Dulles Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between Washington Dulles Airport 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 Washington Dulles Airport 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 Washington Dulles Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancun

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $200 or less one-way and $458 or less round-trip.
  • On average, about 3591 lbs. of carbon is emitted per passenger on flights from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Cancun. For a more sustainable trip book a flight with United Airlines, it offers nonstop flights that emit 48% less carbon than the average amount for this route.
  • The Cancun International Airport (CUN) has four terminals 1, 2, 3, and 4. There is a free shuttle service between terminals that runs every 30 minutes to transfer those passengers that must go from one terminal to another and other parts of the airport.
  • You can enjoy the VIP Lounges at CUN which provide unlimited Internet, TVs, open bars, and massage chairs. In addition to shops, CUN also offers its passengers a great range of services including banks and ATMs, convenience stores, beauty parlors, a video arcade, information booths, and a business center that caters to corporate travelers.
  • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) has a play area near gate B70 that is equipped with slides and other games to keep your children entertained. There are comfortable nursing rooms available throughout the airport ideal for mothers traveling with children, that are packed with amenities, located at pre-security and post-security near gates A20, B70, C11, and D1.
  • IAD has a variety of dining options for travelers looking to grab a bite before their flight. There is an array of bistros, cafes, grills, and pizzerias located post-security on concourses A, B, C, and D that serve snacks, meals, drinks, and beverages.

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Cancun to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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