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R18 856 Cheap flights to Cancún

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American Airlines Logo
21:15 - 20:04
JNB
-
CUN
29h 49m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
12:29 - 7:00
CUN
-
JNB
35h 31m2 stops
R18 856American Airlines
Tue, May 26 - Tue, Jun 2
American Airlines Logo
19:35 - 20:45
JNB
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CUN
32h 10m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
15:15 - 7:35
CUN
-
JNB
33h 20m2 stops
R19 268American Airlines
Tue, Feb 17 - Tue, Feb 24
Delta Logo
21:55 - 21:11
JNB
-
CUN
30h 16m1 stop
Delta Logo
8:00 - 19:00
CUN
-
JNB
28h 00m1 stop
R19 581Delta
Tue, Feb 17 - Tue, Feb 24
Air France Logo
19:20 - 17:45
JNB
-
CUN
29h 25m1 stop
Air France Logo
19:47 - 12:10
CUN
-
JNB
33h 23m2 stops
R20 174Air France
Tue, Feb 17 - Tue, Feb 24
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 16:40
CPT
-
CUN
26h 50m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
14:04 - 18:00
CUN
-
CPT
20h 56m1 stop
R20 273United Airlines
Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 27
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 15:59
CPT
-
CUN
26h 09m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:39 - 18:00
CUN
-
CPT
26h 21m2 stops
R20 323United Airlines
Wed, Feb 18 - Wed, Feb 25
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 16:40
CPT
-
CUN
26h 50m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:39 - 18:00
CUN
-
CPT
26h 21m2 stops
R20 339United Airlines
Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 27
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 17:50
CPT
-
CUN
28h 00m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:39 - 18:00
CUN
-
CPT
26h 21m2 stops
R20 421United Airlines
Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 27
Delta Logo
23:45 - 10:05
CPT
-
CUN
41h 20m2 stops
Delta Logo
10:00 - 21:25
CUN
-
CPT
28h 25m2 stops
R22 053Delta
Wed, Mar 18 - Tue, Mar 31
Qatar Airways Logo
11:55 - 14:35
JNB
-
CUN
33h 40m2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
14:20 - 8:50
CUN
-
JNB
35h 30m2 stops
R31 448Qatar Airways
Thu, May 28 - Mon, Jun 1

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

21:15-20:04

2 stops29h 49m

Cancun

Tue 2/6

12:29-7:00

2 stops35h 31m

R18 856

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

19:35-20:45

2 stops32h 10m

Cancun

Tue 24/2

15:15-7:35

2 stops33h 20m

R19 268

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

21:55-21:11

1 stop30h 16m

Cancun

Tue 24/2

8:00-19:00

1 stop28h 00m

R19 581

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

19:20-17:45

1 stop29h 25m

Cancun

Tue 24/2

19:47-12:10

2 stops33h 23m

R20 174

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

20:50-16:40

1 stop26h 50m

Cancun

Tue 27/1

14:04-18:00

1 stop20h 56m

R20 273

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/2

20:50-15:59

2 stops26h 09m

Cancun

Wed 25/2

8:39-18:00

2 stops26h 21m

R20 323

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

20:50-16:40

1 stop26h 50m

Cancun

Tue 27/1

8:39-18:00

2 stops26h 21m

R20 339

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

20:50-17:50

2 stops28h 00m

Cancun

Tue 27/1

8:39-18:00

2 stops26h 21m

R20 421

Cape TownCancún

CPT - CUN

CPTCUN

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

23:45-10:05

2 stops41h 20m

Cancun

Tue 31/3

10:00-21:25

2 stops28h 25m

R22 053

JohannesburgCancún

JNB - CUN

JNBCUN

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

11:55-14:35

2 stops33h 40m

Cancun

Mon 1/6

14:20-8:50

2 stops35h 30m

R31 448

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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 February is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to Cancún during February average around R19 350.

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 162 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 174 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Cancun

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Find flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún
CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO CANCÚN FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTNovember15% cheaperFlying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún costs on average just R18 922 in November
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO CANCÚN FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTAugust18% more expensiveIt costs about R26 223 for flights to Cancún from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO CANCÚN FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember233% 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

R20 784

Best Round-Trip Price

R18 856

Fastest flight time

55h 27m

Popular in

August
The best one-way flight price to Cancún from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R20 784 (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 R18 856 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cancun).
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The fastest flight to Cancún from South Africa takes 55h 27m (Cape Town Intl to Cancun).
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August has the highest demand for flights to Cancún, with a 7% 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 162.

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 January 2026, 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.

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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.

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