How long is the flight from Mexico City to Cancun?

Direct flights from Mexico City to Cancun typically take around 2h 00m. The great-circle distance is approximately 1,284 km.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Mexico City to Cancun?

As a general industry pattern, mid-week flights (Tuesday and Wednesday) tend to be cheaper — see the cheapest-day page for real fare data on this route where available.

Which airlines fly from Mexico City to Cancun?

Use our flight search above to see live availability and compare prices across airlines flying Mexico City to Cancun.

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

For the best fares, aim to book 4–8 weeks ahead during peak season and 2–4 weeks during off-peak periods. Last-minute deals can sometimes appear within 14 days of departure.

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Direct Flights: Mexico City to Cancun

2h 00m

Flight time

1,284 km

Distance

Airport pairs

Find non-stop flights from Mexico City to Cancun — no layovers, no connections. The route covers 1,284 km with a typical flight time of 2h 00m. Cancun is located in Mexico.

Direct airport connections

MEX

Licenciado Benito Juarez International Airport

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CUN

Cancun International Airport

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Nearby airports

Near Mexico City

Felipe Angeles International Airport (NLU)36 km
Licenciado Adolfo Lopez Mateos International Airport (TLC)53 km
Hermanos Serdan International Airport (PBC)80 km

Near Cancun

Cozumel International Airport (CZM)57 km

FAQs — Direct Flights Mexico City to Cancun

Yes, there are non-stop flights operating between Mexico City and Cancun. Flight time is approximately 2h 00m.