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$131+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) 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 10/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — CUN
oct. 16 — oct. 231
jue. 10/16
jue. 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$264
(Avianca)

One-way from

$131
(American Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$356

Good round-trip deal

$295 or less

Good one-way deal

$135 or less
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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Cancún
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Cancún. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 16, 2025.

This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/3010:00 amJFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 15mJetBlue
sáb. 10/42:35 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop3h 54mJetBlue
Deal found 9/14$265
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/136:55 amJFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 05mJetBlue
mié. 10/222:35 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop3h 49mJetBlue
Deal found 9/16$266
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/3010:00 amJFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 15mJetBlue
mié. 10/83:50 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop3h 48mJetBlue
Deal found 9/15$269
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/66:55 amJFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 05mJetBlue
mié. 10/152:35 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop3h 48mJetBlue
Deal found 9/15$272
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/168:19 amJFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 16mDelta
vie. 11/211:35 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop3h 58mDelta
Deal found 9/15$273
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/3010:00 amJFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 15mJetBlue
vie. 10/1011:20 amCUN - JFK
Nonstop3h 42mJetBlue
Deal found 9/15$276
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
sáb. 11/157:59 amJFK - CUN
1 stop8h 13mAmerican Airlines
mié. 11/194:30 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop3h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$277
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lun. 11/36:34 amJFK - CUN
1 stop7h 38mAmerican Airlines
mié. 11/1212:45 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop3h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$278
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/308:21 amJFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 08mDelta
mar. 10/712:35 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop4h 00mDelta
Deal found 9/15$279
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/66:00 amJFK - CUN
1 stop6h 15mAeromexico
mié. 10/1512:35 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop4h 00mAeromexico
Deal found 9/15$280
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 10/46:20 pmJFK - CUN
1 stop20h 13mAeromexico
vie. 10/1012:35 pmCUN - JFK
Nonstop4h 00mAeromexico
Deal found 9/16$281

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cancún that are best for you.

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New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 9/29

10:00 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

Cancun

mié. 10/15

3:53 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop3h 48m

$298

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 2/22

6:00 am-4:31 pm

1 stop10h 31m

Cancun

vie. 2/27

8:59 am-8:38 pm

1 stop11h 39m

$327

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 3/9

8:15 am-11:40 am

Nonstop4h 25m

Cancun

vie. 3/20

4:30 pm-9:00 am

1 stop15h 30m

$333

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

vie. 1/9

8:35 am-4:31 pm

1 stop7h 56m

Cancun

mar. 1/13

2:10 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop9h 42m

$338

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lun. 10/13

7:00 am-11:58 am

1 stop5h 58m

Cancun

mié. 10/22

1:00 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$348

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 10/14

7:00 am-11:58 am

1 stop5h 58m

Cancun

sáb. 10/18

9:45 am-11:52 pm

1 stop13h 07m

$356

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

vie. 10/24

8:30 pm-8:25 am

1 stop12h 55m

Cancun

mié. 10/29

1:45 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop8h 51m

$356

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 1/4

8:20 pm-9:11 am

1 stop12h 51m

Cancun

sáb. 1/10

10:05 am-5:35 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$376

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

vie. 1/9

11:30 am-3:55 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

Cancun

mié. 1/14

1:35 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$387

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

vie. 2/6

11:30 am-3:55 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

Cancun

lun. 2/9

4:55 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$387

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The best insider tips for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cancún flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cancún trip
Airports
JFK

For a quick departure from JFK, consider using the Long Island Railroad from Penn Station for a 20-25 minute journey to the airport.

Read more about JFKby Chris Dong
CUN

At CUN, prearrange transportation to avoid taxi scams. Hotel-organized transfers are the safest and most reliable option upon arrival.

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Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

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Best time to book a flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Cancún

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cancún from John F Kennedy Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cancún

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Cancún. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cancún may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 66 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cancún?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cancún (average of $360). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cancún in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 JFK to CUN?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl 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 septiembre 16, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cancún is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 30% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from John F Kennedy Intl to Cancún. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cancún flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cancún?

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 septiembre 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Aeromexico, and AeroMexico Connect from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
AeroMexico Connect
7.4
Good
55 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,914 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cancún from New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    For a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Cancún, you will be flying into Cancun. Cancun (CUN) is just 8.9 mi from the center of the city. Cancun is the only Cancún airport and it handles 7 inbound flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl per day. 10 airlines have flights to Cancun from New York John F Kennedy Intl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cancún?

    There are many flights that can get you from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cancún in 4h 15m. Fly via JetBlue or Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1556 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cancún round-trip?

    Aeromexico, at $159, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cancún.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air Canada and Frontier. These flights start at 64% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cancún?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cancún consider choosing American Airlines (90%), KLM (86%) or Delta (85%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cancún?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $129. While the most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Cancun) can be booked for $261 on average, our data indicates $756 when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cancún.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Cancún that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on John F Kennedy Intl to Cancún flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Cancún?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Cancún?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cancún?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cancún (average of $360). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Cancún in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 John F Kennedy Intl to Cancún

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 septiembre 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$159Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$191Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
FrontierCheapest$207Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$240Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$269Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$278Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$318Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
VivaCheapest$400Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$442Average$657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AeroMexico ConnectCheapest$621Average$702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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