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R11 561 Cheap flights to Cancún

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American Airlines Logo
21:15 - 19:15
JNB
-
CUN
29h 00m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
15:00 - 7:00
CUN
-
JNB
33h 00m2 stops
R17 643American Airlines
Mon, Jun 8 - Wed, Jun 17
Delta Logo
21:30 - 12:30
CPT
-
CUN
22h 00m1 stop
Delta Logo
13:40 - 19:15
CUN
-
CPT
22h 35m1 stop
R20 105Delta
Mon, Feb 2 - Mon, Feb 9
Air France Logo
19:20 - 23:23
JNB
-
CUN
35h 03m2 stops
Air France Logo
19:42 - 12:10
CUN
-
JNB
33h 28m2 stops
R20 105Air France
Mon, Feb 2 - Mon, Feb 9
Air France Logo
19:20 - 17:45
JNB
-
CUN
29h 25m1 stop
Air France Logo
19:42 - 12:10
CUN
-
JNB
33h 28m2 stops
R20 139Air France
Mon, Feb 2 - Mon, Feb 9
Delta Logo
21:30 - 15:30
CPT
-
CUN
25h 00m1 stop
Delta Logo
12:05 - 19:15
CUN
-
CPT
24h 10m2 stops
R20 323Delta
Mon, Feb 2 - Mon, Feb 9
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 12:20
CPT
-
CUN
22h 30m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
18:30 - 18:00
CUN
-
CPT
40h 30m2 stops
R20 491United Airlines
Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 27
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 16:40
CPT
-
CUN
26h 50m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
17:55 - 18:00
CUN
-
CPT
41h 05m2 stops
R20 541United Airlines
Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 27
British Airways Logo
11:55 - 17:55
JNB
-
CUN
37h 00m2 stops
British Airways Logo
19:40 - 9:00
CUN
-
JNB
30h 20m2 stops
R21 010British Airways
Fri, Jun 5 - Fri, Jun 19
British Airways Logo
13:45 - 16:50
JNB
-
CUN
34h 05m2 stops
British Airways Logo
13:23 - 7:35
CUN
-
JNB
35h 12m2 stops
R21 463British Airways
Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:40 - 15:50
CPT
-
CUN
34h 10m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:25 - 6:40
CUN
-
CPT
29h 15m2 stops
R22 786Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 20 - Mon, Jan 26

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

21:15-19:15

2 stops29h 00m

Cancun

Wed 17/6

15:00-7:00

2 stops33h 00m

R17 643

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

21:30-12:30

1 stop22h 00m

Cancun

Mon 9/2

13:40-19:15

1 stop22h 35m

R20 105

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

19:20-23:23

2 stops35h 03m

Cancun

Mon 9/2

19:42-12:10

2 stops33h 28m

R20 105

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/2

19:20-17:45

1 stop29h 25m

Cancun

Mon 9/2

19:42-12:10

2 stops33h 28m

R20 139

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Mon 2/2

21:30-15:30

1 stop25h 00m

Cancun

Mon 9/2

12:05-19:15

2 stops24h 10m

R20 323

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

20:50-12:20

1 stop22h 30m

Cancun

Tue 27/1

18:30-18:00

2 stops40h 30m

R20 491

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

20:50-16:40

1 stop26h 50m

Cancun

Tue 27/1

17:55-18:00

2 stops41h 05m

R20 541

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

11:55-17:55

2 stops37h 00m

Cancun

Fri 19/6

19:40-9:00

2 stops30h 20m

R21 010

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

13:45-16:50

2 stops34h 05m

Cancun

Mon 26/1

13:23-7:35

2 stops35h 12m

R21 463

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

12:40-15:50

2 stops34h 10m

Cancun

Mon 26/1

18:25-6:40

2 stops29h 15m

R22 786

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Cancún flights insights and trends

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cancún?

If you’re not able to fly to Cancún in November, then June is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to Cancún during June average around R19 435.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cancún?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Cancún from South Africa. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was R20 119. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Cancún on Saturday is R23 404.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cancún?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Cancún is in the afternoon. Flights from South Africa to Cancún during this time can be as low as R19 134. Flights to Cancún are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of R26 805. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cancún?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cancún from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cancún for around R22 550 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cancún from South Africa for as low as R20 357 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Cancun

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO CANCÚN FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTNovember15% cheaperFlying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún costs on average just R19 217 in November
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO CANCÚN FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember20% more expensiveIt costs about R27 193 for flights to Cancún from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO CANCÚN FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember322% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Cancún from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month

Cheap Cancún flight deals and tips

Summary info about Cancún flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R11 561

Best Round-Trip Price

R17 643

Fastest flight time

46h 57m

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The best one-way flight price to Cancún from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R11 561 (Cape Town Intl to Cancun).
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The best round-trip flight price to Cancún from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R17 643 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cancun).
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The fastest flight to Cancún from South Africa takes 46h 57m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cancun).
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August has the highest demand for flights to Cancún, with a 6% price increase on average.
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Frequently asked questions about flying to Cancún

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cancún?

Most flyers found that booking tickets 74 days in advance of their planned departure date is the best time to get cheap flights to Cancún. During this timeframe, flight prices are around R22 550.

Is there an alternative airport near Cancún?

Cozumel Airport or Tulum Intl Airport can be an alternative airport used for travel to Cancún.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Cancun Airport?

Prices for flights to Cancun Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Cancun Airport?

As of December 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights to Cancun Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly to Cancun Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Cancun Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cancun Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Cancun Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cancun Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Travelling to a place near Cancún?

Book flights to Cancún if you plan to visit one of these locations
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Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Cancún?

We help find the flight that best suits your needs; momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight for you.

Can I find flights to Cancún with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights to Cancún with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights to Cancún?

momondo helps you find the best flight to Cancún by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select fights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Cancún right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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