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$104+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) to Cancún (CUN)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — CUN
Feb 1 — Feb 81
Sun 2/1
Sun 2/8
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Cancún. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 2, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:20 amDTW - CUN
Nonstop4h 08mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/611:33 amCUN - DTW
3 stops36h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/30$628
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:15 pmDTW - CUN
1 stop27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/211:52 amCUN - DTW
1 stop12h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/30$632
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:20 amDTW - CUN
Nonstop4h 08mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/611:23 amCUN - DTW
Nonstop3h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/30$693
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:20 amDTW - CUN
Nonstop4h 08mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/211:23 amCUN - DTW
Nonstop3h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/30$713
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:15 pmDTW - CUN
1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/411:23 amCUN - DTW
Nonstop3h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/30$825
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:20 amDTW - CUN
Nonstop4h 08mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/411:23 amCUN - DTW
Nonstop3h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/30$843
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:39 pmDTW - CUN
1 stop17h 13mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/511:35 amCUN - DTW
1 stop10h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/31$869
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:20 amDTW - CUN
Nonstop4h 08mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/310:12 amCUN - DTW
1 stop6h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/31$881

Find flight deals from Detroit to Cancún

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to Cancún (CUN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 2, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$287
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$104
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$469

Good round-trip deal

$347 or less

Good one-way deal

$163 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Cancún that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Cancún that are best for you.

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DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/10

7:13 am-11:20 am

Nonstop4h 07m

Cancun

Tue 2/17

11:38 am-3:25 pm

Nonstop3h 47m

$386

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/3

6:00 am-1:35 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Cancun

Thu 2/12

4:05 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$398

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/2

6:00 am-2:55 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Cancun

Thu 2/12

4:05 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$407

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/4

10:05 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Cancun

Fri 5/8

12:35 pm-5:32 pm

Nonstop3h 57m

$513

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/25

10:05 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Cancun

Fri 5/29

12:35 pm-5:32 pm

Nonstop3h 57m

$513

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/6

10:05 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Cancun

Tue 5/12

8:35 am-7:12 pm

1 stop9h 37m

$515

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/19

8:30 am-11:22 am

Nonstop3h 52m

Cancun

Wed 5/27

12:35 pm-5:32 pm

Nonstop3h 57m

$515

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/15

10:05 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Cancun

Wed 4/22

9:30 am-7:12 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$515

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/3

6:25 am-7:45 pm

2 stops13h 20m

Cancun

Tue 2/10

12:10 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$535

DetroitCancún

DTW - CUN

DTWCUN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/18

7:10 am-9:56 am

Nonstop3h 46m

Cancun

Wed 4/22

9:30 am-7:12 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$538

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Cancún in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-Cancún flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Detroit-Cancún flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit-Cancún flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-Cancún flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Detroit-Cancún flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Cancún

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cancún from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to Cancún

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Cancún. Price data was last updated on December 26, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit to Cancún, you should look to book at least 33 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to Cancún?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Cancún (average of $200). Flying from Detroit to Cancún in November is currently the most expensive (average of $269). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTT to CUN?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Cancún. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 2, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Detroit to Cancún as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to Cancún

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Cancún. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 2, 2026.

The most flights from DTT to CUN are scheduled on a Wednesday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit to Cancún?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Detroit to Cancún?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Detroit to Cancún chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 53% of 1-stop itineraries from Detroit to Cancún on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Detroit to Cancún?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Detroit to Cancún, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $322.

What’s the fastest layover option from Detroit to Cancún?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit to Cancún, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 43m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Detroit to Cancún?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit to Cancún, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Houston (IAH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 41m.

How often are flights from Detroit to Cancún delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between Detroit and Cancún have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 119 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Detroit to Cancún flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Detroit to Cancún flights?

Over the last year, Spirit Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cancún

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cancún. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cancún. Reviews last updated January 2, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Aeromexico, and American Airlines from Detroit to Cancún to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Aeromexico
7.4
Good
1,619 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,072 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,258 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,068 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Cancún. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to Cancún?

    You will need to book a flight from Detroit All airports to Cancun if you want to fly from Detroit to Cancún. At least 10 different airlines have flights from All airports (DTT) to Cancun (CUN) on a regular basis. There are 9 flights to Cancún from the Detroit airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from DTT to CUN to be around 3h 40m.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Cancún?

    Departing from Detroit to Cancún will take you 3h 50m. The distance between Detroit and Cancún is about 1477 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit to Cancún round-trip?

    Currently priced at $187, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Detroit to Cancún and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from JetBlue and Aeromexico - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $193 and $201, respectively. Spirit Airlines is 58% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit to Cancún one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $93. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Canada and Aeromexico, as they are both options that can get you from Detroit to Cancún for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit to Cancún?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit to Cancún are Aeromexico (77%), Spirit Airlines (76%) and Delta (68%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Cancún?

    On average you can expect to pay $546 for a flight from Detroit to Cancún. The cheapest flight overall is $108 while the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Cancun) is currently priced at $233.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Cancún that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to Cancún flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Cancún?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to Cancún.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to Cancún?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Cancún by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to Cancún?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Cancún (average of $200). Flying from Detroit to Cancún in November is currently the most expensive (average of $269). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Detroit to Cancún

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Cancún. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$223Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$226Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AeromexicoCheapest$234Average$544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$250Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air CanadaCheapest$251Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$381Average$597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$393Average$554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
VolarisCheapest$401Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
American AirlinesCheapest$443Average$641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$534Average$674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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