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$85 Find Cheap Flights from Cancún to Mexico City

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Cancún to Mexico City departing on 23/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap Flight Deals from Cancún to Mexico City (CUN-MEX)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Cancún to Mexico City that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from Cancún to Mexico City

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Cancún to Mexico City.
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Aeromexico Logo
06:57 - 08:30CUN-MEX
2h 33mdirect
Aeromexico Logo
20:55 - 00:20MEX-CUN
2h 25mdirect
$194Aeromexico
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Fri, 30 May - Sun, 1 Jun
Aeromexico Logo
12:42 - 14:30CUN-MEX
2h 48mdirect
Aeromexico Logo
20:30 - 00:03MEX-CUN
2h 33mdirect
$205Aeromexico
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Thu, 11 Sep - Thu, 25 Sep
Volaris Logo
04:25 - 05:45CUN-MEX
2h 20mdirect
Volaris Logo
07:00 - 19:02MEX-CUN
11h 02m1 stop
$219Volaris
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Fri, 13 Jun - Wed, 25 Jun
Volaris Logo
15:05 - 11:10CUN-MEX
21h 05m2 stops
Volaris Logo
17:45 - 21:03MEX-CUN
2h 18mdirect
$315Volaris
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Fri, 13 Jun - Wed, 25 Jun
United Airlines Logo
07:58 - 04:05CUN-MEX
21h 07m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
07:30 - 06:41MEX-CUN
22h 11m2 stops
$688United Airlines
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Wed, 14 May - Mon, 19 May
United Airlines Logo
07:58 - 04:05CUN-MEX
21h 07m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
07:30 - 15:06MEX-CUN
30h 36m2 stops
$713United Airlines
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Thu, 8 May - Sat, 10 May
Avianca Logo
12:45 - 01:55CUN-MEX
14h 10m1 stop
Avianca Logo
00:40 - 14:40MEX-CUN
13h 00m1 stop
$719Avianca
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Fri, 6 Jun - Sat, 7 Jun
Avianca Logo
12:45 - 01:55CUN-MEX
14h 10m1 stop
Avianca Logo
00:40 - 17:20MEX-CUN
15h 40m1 stop
$722Avianca
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Thu, 5 Jun - Sat, 7 Jun
WestJet Logo
17:15 - 00:58CUN-MEX
32h 43m2 stops
WestJet Logo
01:55 - 12:09MEX-CUN
33h 14m2 stops
$1,211WestJet
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Wed, 27 Aug - Mon, 1 Sep
WestJet Logo
13:50 - 00:58CUN-MEX
36h 08m2 stops
WestJet Logo
01:55 - 09:19MEX-CUN
30h 24m2 stops
$1,308WestJet
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Thu, 28 Aug - Mon, 1 Sep

KAYAK's insights & trends for Cancún to Mexico City flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Cancún to Mexico City to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cancun to Mexico City?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Cancún to Mexico City clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Mexico City on a Thursday and more expensive on a Tuesday. On your return trip to Cancun, you should consider flying back on a Thursday, and avoid Saturdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cancún to Mexico City?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Cancún to Mexico City, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Cancún to Mexico City is February, where tickets cost $135 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $265 and $238 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Cancún to Mexico City?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of $363, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Cancún to Mexico City, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Cancún to Mexico City, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

February

High season

December

Cheapest flight

$85
Best time to beat the crowds (32% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (20% more expensive on average)
Flight from Cancun to Mexico City

When to book flights from Cancún to Mexico City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cancún to Mexico City based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Cancun to Mexico City

  • How much checked luggage can I bring?

    Aeromexico doesn't automatically include checked luggage on their Basic and Classic fares. You can choose to pay an additional fee to bring either 20 kg or 25 kg. Checked luggage is only included on Volaris' Vuela Plus tickets. They must weigh 25 kg or less.

  • How much cabin luggage can I bring on Volaris flights?

    On Volaris flights, your carry-on luggage will vary depending on your ticket type. On their Zero v.club fare, you can only bring a personal item. It has to be small enough to fit under the seat in front of you. On their Basic fare you can also bring a carry-on suitcase no larger than 55 x 40 x 25 cm. Your carry on and personal item must weigh less than 20 kg when combined.

  • Can I access special assistance at the airport and on my flight?

    If you need additional assistance, such as mobility equipment, on your flight from Cancun to Mexico City, make sure to contact with your airline at least 48 hours in advance. Earlier is always better and Aeromexico asks that you contact them 72 hours before your flight if you will need mobility equipment. You can contact Aeromexico by phone or via their customer service email.

  • How do I get from the Mexico City Airport (MEX) to the city centre?

    Mexico City Airport is the closest airport to downtown Mexico City. From here you can drive to central Mexico City in around 20 minutes. If you take the bus it takes 30 minutes. This is a Metrobus, so you'll need a Metrobus smart card, which can be purchased from self-service machines in Terminals 1 and 2.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Cancún to Mexico City?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Cancún to Mexico City was $54 for a one-way ticket and $124 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Cancun to Mexico City?

    Only American Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Cancun to Mexico City flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Cancun to Mexico City?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Cancun to Mexico City flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Cancun to Mexico City?

    SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Cancun and Mexico City, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Cancun to Mexico City?

    There are direct flights from Cancun to Mexico City on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Cancun to Mexico City?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Cancun to Mexico City.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Cancun to Mexico City?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Mexico City from Cancun is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Cancun to Mexico City?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Mexico City with an airline and back to Cancun with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Cancun to Mexico City?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Mexico City from Cancun up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Cancún to Mexico City

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $317 or less one-way.
  • Travellers looking to book with a more environmentally friendly airline should consider Aeromexico for their trip from Cancun (CUN) to Mexico City (MEX). Some of their flights use Sustainable Aviation Fuel and, on this route, they can emit up to 36% less CO2 than the average flight.
  • Viva Aerobus allows you to bring a small personal item on any fare you choose. You can also bring a carry-on bag weighing up to 10 kg on their Light, Extra and Smart fares. Their Extra and Smart fares also include checked luggage. With Extra it can weigh up to 15 kg and with Smart, it can weigh up to 25 kg.
  • Aeromexico allows you to bring one piece of carry-on luggage and a small personal item. The total weight can be 10 kg on a Basic Fare or 15 kg on a Classic Fare. Your personal item should be small enough to fit under the seat in front of you. The dimensions must be 55 x 40 x 25 cm or smaller.
  • Most airlines on this route don't include a meal on the short flight from Cancun to Mexico City. You will usually be able to purchase snacks or light meals on board, Aeromexico will offer you complimentary snacks and beverages.
  • You can also consider flying into the nearby city of Toluca. Volaris offers direct flights that arrive at Toluca International Airport. It's just under an hour from Mexico City by car and Volaris sometimes offers a shuttle service from the airport into the city.
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Prefer to fly direct from Cancun to Mexico City Benito Juarez?

Find which airlines fly direct from Cancun Airport to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Cancun to Mexico City Benito Juarez

Monday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +11 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +12 more

Tuesday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +11 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +12 more

Wednesday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +11 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +12 more

Thursday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +11 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +12 more

Friday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +11 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +12 more

Saturday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +11 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +12 more

Sunday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +11 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +12 more

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Direct returns

Mexico City Benito Juarez to Cancun

Monday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +11 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +12 more

Tuesday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +11 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +12 more

Wednesday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +11 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +12 more

Thursday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +11 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +12 more

Friday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +11 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +12 more

Saturday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +11 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +12 more

Sunday

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Air Europa, +11 more

Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, +12 more

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Cancún to Mexico City

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