Cheap flights from Houston (IAH) to Cancún (CUN)

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From Houston to Cancún

What airport do you fly into for flights to Cancún from Houston?

Most people fly into Cancun (CUN) if they book a flight to Cancún from Houston. On average, Cancun has 2 inbound flights from Houston per day from 18 airlines. Cancun is conveniently located just 8.9 mi from Cancún’s city center.

Which airlines flying from Houston to Cancun have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Some of our airline partners flying from Houston to Cancun have new flexible policies in place due to COVID-19. United Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and Interjet are some of the carriers where you may find flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for airlines like United Airlines with this kind of flexibility.

Can I find flights from Houston to Cancún for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Houston to Cancún for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $160, but on average you can expect to pay $171.

Are there nonstop flights from Houston to Cancún for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Houston to Cancún under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Houston to Cancún is less than $171.

Are there last-minute flights available from Houston to Cancún for under $200?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Houston to Cancún within the next 7 days for less than $200.

What days are nonstop flights available from Houston to Cancún?

Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday.

How popular is this Houston to Cancún flight route?

The Houston to Cancun flight path was viewed by 376 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

How many flights depart from Houston to Cancún on average per day?

Travelers can expect 3 flights from Houston to Cancún on average per day.
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How long is the flight from Houston to Cancún?

For as low as $160, Frontier can have you in Cancún from Houston in 2h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 817 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

Frontier, at $160, was found to be the cheapest airline from Houston to Cancún. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Spirit Airlines. Frontier is currently priced 40% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

$71 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Sun Country Air, with prices starting from $76 and $83, respectively.

What are the most reliable airlines from Houston to Cancún?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Houston to Cancún are United Airlines (84%), Spirit Airlines (80%) and Lufthansa (79%).

What are the cheapest flights from Houston to Cancún?

While on average a flight from Houston to Cancún is generally $359, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $81. When looking at the most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Cancun), you can expect to pay $165 for that flight.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Houston to Cancún?

When booking a flight from Houston to Cancún, you may want to consider flying on Interjet, American Airlines or Aeromexico as they are the most popular for this route.

What are the best ways to get to the airports in Houston and Cancun?

The airport that travelers use in the Houston area on flights to Cancun from Houston is George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Getting to this airport from downtown Houston is actually rather easy when you travel on bus number 102 operated by Metropolitan Transit Harris County. This bus can make the trip from downtown Houston to the airport in around 50 minutes. In the city of Cancun, travelers will fly into Cancun Airport (CUN). If you cannot wait to get your vacation in Cancun started, a great way to get from the airport to the center of Cancun is aboard a bus operated by ADO, which makes the trip to the center of the city and the Cancun Bus Station in about 35 minutes.

Which airlines fly directly from Houston to Cancun?

Because Cancun is such a popular vacation destination for visitors from the Houston area and because Houston is such a large city, it is really no surprise that there are quite a few direct flights offered between these two cities. These direct flights are offered by both United Airlines and Spirit Airlines. While Spirit Airlines only offers one daily nonstop flight, United Airlines offers several nonstop flights throughout the day, every day.

What are the stopover options between Houston and Cancun?

For the most part, the direct flights that you can find between Houston and Cancun are not only the quickest but also the most cost-effective. However, there are some one-stop options available for a comparable price. For example, Spirit Airlines offers a one-stop flight with a layover at either Orlando International Airport (MCO) or Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) that costs less than their nonstop option, though it will add about three hours of travel time. Some other one-stop options include a flight aboard Delta Airlines with a layover at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) and a Viva Aerobus flight that includes a layover at Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport (MEX). Both of these flights add about four hours to your travel time.

Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Houston to Cancun?

Citizens of the United States who want to travel from Houston to Cancun in the country of Mexico will need a valid passport to board their flights. Your passport needs to have at least one blank page for an entry stamp into the country as well as a blank page for an exit stamp. You will only need a visa to travel to Mexico if you are traveling as a tourist and you plan on staying in Mexico for more than 180 days. For visits shorter than that, a passport will suffice for flights from Houston to Cancun.