R11 014 Cheap flights to Cancún
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cancún?
If you’re not able to fly to Cancún in February, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to Cancún during March average around R20 719.
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 R21 540. 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 R25 058.
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 R20 486. Flights to Cancún are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of R28 699. 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 14 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cancún for around R23 888 when searching 14 weeks out.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 R22 046 on momondo.
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| CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO CANCÚN FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT | February | 16% cheaper | Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún costs on average just R20 270 in February |
| MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO CANCÚN FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT | August | 21% more expensive | It costs about R28 935 for flights to Cancún from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August |
| MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO CANCÚN FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT | December | 344% more users visited | More 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 014 |
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Best Round-Trip Price | R21 401 |
Fastest flight time | 21h 34m |
Popular in | August |
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 R23 888.
Is there an alternative airport near Cancún?
Cozumel Airport or Tulum Intl Airport can be an alternative airport used for travel to Cancún.
Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Cancún?
Tulum Intl Airport has an average price of R3 715 per person and is typically the cheapest airport to fly into when visiting Cancún. This average price does vary based on departure city. Try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool to find the cheapest flight.
What is the absolute cheapest flight to Cancún?
Users booking trips to Cancún from Mexico City found flights 57% cheaper than the average price of flights to Cancún. To find the cheapest price to Cancún from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.
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 June 2025, there are 5 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.
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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?
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I’m not ready to book a flight to Cancún right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Cancún. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.