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Cheap flights to Cancún from R22 319

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to Cancún departing on 21/5. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Summary info about Cancún flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R15 920

Best Round-Trip Price

R22 319

Fastest flight time

27h 57m

Operated By

6 airlines
The best one-way flight price to Cancún from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R15 920 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cancun).
The best round-trip flight price to Cancún from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R22 319 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cancun).
The fastest flight to Cancún from South Africa takes 27h 57m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cancun).
There are 6 airlines operating flights to Cancún, including American Airlines, United Airlines and British Airways.

Cancún flights insights and trends

Explore insights for your Cancún flight to craft the best travel plan

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cancún?

If you’re not able to fly to Cancún in February, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from South Africa to Cancún during May average around R20 937.

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 815. 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 Wednesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Cancún on Wednesday is R23 640.

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 R21 857. Flights to Cancún are more costly at midday, with an average ticket price of R27 201. Departure times at midday fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

How long does it take to fly to Cancún?

The flight from South Africa to Cancún depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo (a popular airport in South Africa) to Cancun (the most popular airport in Cancún), then the flight time is 29h 25m on average. If you fly from Cape Town Intl (another popular airport in South Africa) to Cancun, then the average flight time is 31h 20m.

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

Most flyers found that booking tickets 11 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 810.

Cheapest flights to Cancún airports

Find the cheapest flights to these Cancún airports from your nearest city or airport
Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport
Cancún

CHEAPEST ROUTE FROM Johannesburg TO Cancún

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) to Cancún (CUN)

Typically, flights to Cancún from Johannesburg are cheaper when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Cancun, which has an average price of R23 810

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO CANCÚN FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTFebruary16% cheaperFlying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Cancún costs on average just R20 236 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO CANCÚN FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember18% more expensiveIt costs about R28 301 for flights to Cancún from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO CANCÚN FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember376% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Cancún from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month

Frequently asked questions about flying to Cancún

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?

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.


Cancún flight deals found on momondo

Check out some of the best fares from airports in South Africa to Cancún found recently by users on momondo
Air France
May 21
JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 01m
2 stops
CUN19:51Cancun
May 28
CUN20:15Cancun
29h 25m
1 stop
JNB8:40Johannesburg OR Tambo
R22 319
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Multiple Airlines
May 21
JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 01m
2 stops
CUN19:51Cancun
May 28
CUN20:15Cancun
42h 05m
2 stops
JNB21:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
R22 716
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American Airlines
May 24
JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
47h 05m
2 stops
CUN11:25Cancun
May 31
CUN11:05Cancun
37h 10m
2 stops
JNB7:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
R23 284
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American Airlines
Apr 27
JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
48h 01m
2 stops
CUN12:21Cancun
May 4
CUN12:40Cancun
37h 45m
2 stops
JNB9:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R23 511
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American Airlines
Jul 2
JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
45h 39m
2 stops
CUN9:59Cancun
Jul 21
CUN14:00Cancun
36h 25m
2 stops
JNB9:25Johannesburg OR Tambo
R24 306
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British Airways
Jul 2
JNB19:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 35m
1 stop
CUN17:55Cancun
Jul 21
CUN14:00Cancun
34h 15m
2 stops
JNB7:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
R25 045
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Find the cheapest one-way flights to Cancún

If you're looking for one-way flights from South Africa to Cancún, view some of our deals below provided by Delta
Multiple Airlines
Jun 14
JNB12:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 57m
2 stops
CUN9:52Cancun
R15 920
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Multiple Airlines
Jun 14
JNB12:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
39h 40m
3 stops
CUN21:35Cancun
R18 343
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Delta
Jun 14
JNB21:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 06m
1 stop
CUN20:01Cancun
R44 637
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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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