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$148+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) 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 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — CUN
Feb 6 — Feb 131
Fri 2/6
Fri 2/13
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) 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 7, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$311
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$148
(Aeromexico)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$412
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Cancún
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Cancún. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 7, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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.
Mon 1/268:20 amRIC - CUN
1 stop27h 56mSpirit Airlines
Wed 2/181:25 pmCUN - RIC
1 stop8h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/4$301
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Thu 1/228:20 amRIC - CUN
2 stops24h 53mSpirit Airlines
Thu 1/2910:13 amCUN - RIC
1 stop25h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/5$306
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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.
Sun 1/255:40 amRIC - CUN
1 stop8h 23mDelta
Thu 2/198:00 amCUN - RIC
1 stop14h 50mDelta
Deal found 1/4$307
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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.
Sat 1/245:40 amRIC - CUN
1 stop9h 50mDelta
Thu 2/198:00 amCUN - RIC
1 stop14h 50mDelta
Deal found 1/4$311
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Mon 1/2612:50 pmRIC - CUN
2 stops12h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/61:21 pmCUN - RIC
1 stop8h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$313
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Fri 1/2312:50 pmRIC - CUN
2 stops12h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/61:21 pmCUN - RIC
1 stop8h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$315
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Wed 1/2112:44 pmRIC - CUN
1 stop8h 27mDelta
Tue 2/108:00 amCUN - RIC
1 stop7h 20mDelta
Deal found 1/6$316
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Mon 1/195:40 amRIC - CUN
2 stops17h 50mAeromexico
Fri 1/236:01 amCUN - RIC
2 stops14h 39mAeromexico
Deal found 1/5$317
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/216:29 pmRIC - CUN
1 stop14h 43mSpirit Airlines
Sat 3/289:13 amCUN - RIC
1 stop7h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/6$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Sat 1/247:10 amRIC - CUN
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Wed 1/2811:18 amCUN - RIC
2 stops13h 07mDelta
Deal found 1/5$320
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Wed 2/2510:01 amRIC - CUN
1 stop6h 44mDelta
Tue 3/312:05 pmCUN - RIC
2 stops12h 22mDelta
Deal found 1/6$321
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Thu 4/91:37 pmRIC - CUN
1 stop20h 47mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/169:13 amCUN - RIC
1 stop9h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$323

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond 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 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to Cancún that are best for you.

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RichmondCancún

RIC - CUN

RICCUN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 1/28

12:44 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Cancun

Thu 2/19

8:00 am-10:50 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$307

RichmondCancún

RIC - CUN

RICCUN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 1/29

5:40 am-4:35 pm

1 stop10h 55m

Cancun

Sat 2/14

8:00 am-3:21 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$315

RichmondCancún

RIC - CUN

RICCUN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 1/24

5:40 am-4:35 pm

1 stop10h 55m

Cancun

Sat 2/14

8:00 am-3:21 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$315

RichmondCancún

RIC - CUN

RICCUN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 1/26

5:40 am-2:03 pm

1 stop8h 23m

Cancun

Thu 2/12

1:43 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$316

RichmondCancún

RIC - CUN

RICCUN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 1/27

7:00 am-6:47 pm

2 stops11h 47m

Cancun

Wed 2/18

11:18 am-12:27 am

2 stops13h 09m

$316

RichmondCancún

RIC - CUN

RICCUN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 1/25

6:00 am-2:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Cancun

Wed 2/18

6:01 am-9:08 pm

2 stops15h 07m

$316

RichmondCancún

RIC - CUN

RICCUN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 1/25

8:00 am-4:35 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Cancun

Thu 2/12

4:45 pm-12:27 am

1 stop7h 42m

$316

RichmondCancún

RIC - CUN

RICCUN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 2/17

5:40 am-5:28 pm

2 stops11h 48m

Cancun

Wed 2/25

8:00 am-6:23 pm

1 stop10h 23m

$316

RichmondCancún

RIC - CUN

RICCUN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 1/27

10:04 am-3:30 pm

1 stop5h 26m

Cancun

Tue 2/10

8:38 am-8:28 pm

2 stops11h 50m

$316

RichmondCancún

RIC - CUN

RICCUN

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 1/25

10:04 am-3:30 pm

1 stop5h 26m

Cancun

Wed 2/11

12:42 pm-12:25 am

2 stops11h 43m

$316

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Compare providers for flights from Richmond to Cancún

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 Richmond 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
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 Richmond-Cancún flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Richmond-Cancún flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Richmond-Cancún flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-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 Richmond-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 Richmond to Cancún

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Richmond to Cancún. Price data was last updated on January 2, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Richmond to Cancún, you should look to book at least 21 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 Richmond to Cancún?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Cancún (average of $190). Flying from Richmond to Cancún in July is currently the most expensive (average of $241). 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.

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 7, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Richmond to Cancún, such as Delta, Aeromexico, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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
1,607 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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
11,088 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,896 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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
8,283 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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 Richmond to Cancún. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Richmond to Cancún?

    Departing from Richmond to Cancún will take you 8h 27m. The distance between Richmond and Cancún is about 1273 mi.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Richmond to Cancún is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $233 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Aeromexico and JetBlue, starting at $254 and $299 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is 52% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $88. JetBlue flights start at $135 while deals on Delta start at $139 one-way.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Richmond to Cancún?

    Flights departing from Richmond and landing in Cancún layover in Atlanta most frequently.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Atlanta?

    If you're on a layover in Atlanta and looking for things to do, consider visiting Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, or Centennial Olympic Park. Travelers on a layover in Atlanta can visit Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and Centennial Olympic Park, by traveling 8.6 mi, 9.3 mi, and 8.4 mi, respectively after landing at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. Travelers can book a car rental at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson for about $51 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Richmond to Cancún flights?

    Richmond to Cancún flights have a layover in Charlotte the least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond 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 Richmond to Cancún?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Cancún (average of $190). Flying from Richmond to Cancún in July is currently the most expensive (average of $241). 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 7 airlines flying from Richmond to Cancún

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Richmond 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 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$241Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$299Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AeromexicoCheapest$310Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$326Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$333Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$364Average$542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$413Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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