$53 Cheap flight deals from Cancun (CUN) to Mexico City (MEX)

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Airfares from $53 One Way, $79 Round Trip from Cancun to Mexico City

Prices starting at $79 for return flights and $53 for one-way flights to Mexico City were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

More About Flying To Mexico City from Cancun

Route Information for Flights from Cancun to Mexico City

Origin Airport IATA Code
CUN
Destination Airport IATA Code
MEX
Distance
799 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
KLM, Air Europa, Air France, Delta Air Lines, Gol, VivaAerobus, Aeromexico, Aerolineas Argentinas, Frontier Airlines, LATAM Airlines, ITA Airways, Iberia, Volaris, Virgin Atlantic
Earliest Flight Arrival
10:45AM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
5:40AM UTC

Fly from Cancun to Mexico City

Airports in Cancun

Flights originating from Cancun are handled by Cancun International Airport. Orbitz.com makes it easy to find cheap flights from Cancun using the travel planner tool. The airport is located approximately 12 miles from the city's hotel zone. From the airport, it is about a 20 minute drive by car to reach local hotels. Numerous airlines serve the airport, including Air Canada, Air Europa, Air France, Air Transit, American Airlines, British Airways, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, and US Airways.

Parking at Cancun International Airport

Parking is available at the airport near the main entrance. The cost for parking is 24 pesos per hour. The daily rate of 150 pesos applies after six hours.

Transportation at Airports in Cancun

A public transit bus system services the airport and the local hotel zone. Other transportation options include hotel shared shuttles and taxi services. Cancun International Airport is located approximately 25 minutes from Cancun and 45 minutes from Playa del Carmen. Travelers can also opt to book budget car rentals through Orbitz.com.

Restaurants at Cancun Airports

Travelers who are looking for a fast bite to eat or breakfast before their departing flight from Cancun will find that there are several options, including Burger King, Colombian Coffee, Domino's Pizza, Peking Xpress, Starbucks Coffee, and Guacamole Grill. Locating cheap flights from Cancun is convenient and easy with Orbitz.com.

Airports in Mexico City

Finding convenient flights to Mexico City can be difficult because millions of people fly into and out of the area every year. Orbitz.com can help you find budget-friendly flights, because the site has the lowest prices available online. The Mexico City Airport, also known as the Benito Juárez International Airport, is the largest and most popular airport in the area because it is less than four miles from the city. The airport's two terminals service major airlines such as Alaska Airlines, TAM Airlines, and United Airlines. Traffic at the airport is often heavily congested, so you should make sure to give yourself plenty of time when commuting to the airport for your flight.

Transportation from the Airport

Terminal 1 has a metro station, which gives you access to the underground subway. This subway makes numerous stops around the city, including stops at some of the top hotels. The Metrobus opened in 2012 and drives visitors from the airport to downtown Mexico City. Rental cars and taxis are also available at the airport. A rental car will cost approximately $30 or more per day, while taxis can cost $10 or more for a one-way trip to the downtown area. Subway and bus rides are much cheaper at around $5 or less per ride.

Weather in Mexico City

Warm temperatures are common in Mexico City, with temperatures easily reaching 90 to 100 degrees F during the summer months. The winter is much colder, and you might experience temperatures below freezing. Heavy rainfall is also common during the summer.

Top Tourist Spots

There are several amusement parks in Mexico City, including Six Flags Mexico and La Feria Chapultepec Magico. Orbitz.com has discounts available for some of these attractions. After you start your search for flights to Mexico City, use Orbitz as a trip planner to help you find more fun things to do.

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Cancun to Mexico City?
You bet there are. As a matter of fact, there are 3 airlines that fly direct from Cancun Airport to MEX. Book a seat with one of these leading carriers:

  • Aeromexico
  • Volaris
  • VivaAerobus

What is the shortest flight from Cancun to Mexico City?
It can take just 2 hours and 16 minutes to get from Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.) to Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX). Relax and enjoy the trip, because you’ll be coming in to land in the blink of an eye.
What airlines fly from Cancun to Mexico City most frequently?
The airlines that have the most frequent flights between Cancun Airport and Benito Juárez Intl. Airport include Aeromexico (AM). This popular option operates 425 flights on the route every month. Volaris (Y4) also services the route from Cancun to Mexico City. It’s another excellent choice and offers 404 flights monthly.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

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