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$136+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) to Cancún (CUN)

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IAD — CUN
Dec 9 — Dec 161
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Cancun are usually found in September or May, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Dulles Intl to Cancún

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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 November 9, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$321
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$136
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$622

Good round-trip deal

$470 or less

Good one-way deal

$193 or less
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From Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Cancun
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Cancun
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($45 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from Dulles Intl to Cancún
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to Cancún. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 9, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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.
Sat 12/65:45 amIAD - CUN
1 stop7h 53mFrontier
Sat 12/202:50 pmCUN - IAD
2 stops30h 13mFrontier
Deal found 11/8$323
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/129:20 pmIAD - CUN
1 stop11h 47mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/142:58 pmCUN - IAD
1 stop8h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/7$326
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 11/248:40 amIAD - CUN
2 stops28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/52:33 pmCUN - IAD
1 stop8h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/8$343
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/286:55 amIAD - CUN
1 stop9h 51mFrontier
Thu 12/42:58 pmCUN - IAD
2 stops17h 33mFrontier
Deal found 11/7$344
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/159:45 amIAD - CUN
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/242:52 pmCUN - IAD
1 stop9h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$348
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/75:45 amIAD - CUN
1 stop8h 13mFrontier
Sun 12/142:58 pmCUN - IAD
1 stop8h 07mFrontier
Deal found 11/7$349
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/65:45 amIAD - CUN
1 stop7h 53mFrontier
Tue 12/911:38 amCUN - IAD
2 stops26h 51mFrontier
Deal found 11/7$352
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/79:45 amIAD - CUN
1 stop12h 55mAir Canada
Thu 12/1112:15 pmCUN - IAD
1 stop8h 44mAir Canada
Deal found 11/7$354
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Sat 11/154:01 pmIAD - CUN
1 stop18h 31mAeromexico
Mon 11/179:54 pmCUN - IAD
1 stop16h 08mAeromexico
Deal found 11/7$357
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/239:45 amIAD - CUN
1 stop12h 55mAir Canada
Mon 12/11:25 pmCUN - IAD
1 stop7h 57mAir Canada
Deal found 11/7$359

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancún that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/4

12:46 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop3h 54m

Cancun

Wed 3/11

11:40 am-3:55 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$462

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 12/7

12:46 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop3h 54m

Cancun

Thu 12/11

12:35 pm-3:55 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$467

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/15

6:00 am-6:47 pm

2 stops12h 47m

Cancun

Wed 2/18

6:06 am-1:45 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$477

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/30

7:50 pm-12:01 pm

2 stops17h 11m

Cancun

Thu 4/2

6:03 am-3:17 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$481

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/14

12:46 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop3h 54m

Cancun

Sun 1/18

12:35 pm-3:55 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$492

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/29

12:46 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop3h 54m

Cancun

Thu 2/5

5:09 pm-8:29 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$492

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 1/13

8:29 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

Cancun

Sat 1/17

5:09 pm-8:29 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$492

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 12/13

12:46 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop3h 54m

Cancun

Thu 12/18

12:35 pm-3:55 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$497

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/17

8:29 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

Cancun

Tue 2/24

5:09 pm-8:29 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$500

Washington, D.C.Cancún

IAD - CUN

IADCUN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/15

12:46 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop3h 54m

Cancun

Wed 2/18

5:09 pm-8:29 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$502

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Dulles Intl to Cancún in November.
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
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Cancún flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Cancún flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Cancún flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Cancún flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-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 Dulles Intl to Cancún

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancún

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dulles Intl to Cancún. Price data was last updated on November 7, 2025.

Booking 43 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancún. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancún?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancún (average of $210). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancún in June is currently the most expensive (average of $450). 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 IAD to CUN?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles 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 November 9, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancún is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 48% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dulles Intl to Cancún. Price data was last updated on November 2, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancún flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

The best insider tips for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancún flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancún trip
Airports
IAD

Expect long security queues at IAD, especially in the afternoon. Plan extra time for check-in and security to avoid delays.

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CUN

For a smooth arrival at CUN, prearrange transportation with your hotel to avoid taxi scams and confusion at the airport.

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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 November 9, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancún, such as Delta, United Airlines, and Aeromexico. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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 Dulles Intl to Cancún. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cancún from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    For a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles 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 2 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day. 8 airlines have flights to Cancun from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancún?

    A quick flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancún can take about 3h 54m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $462. Airlines will cover a distance of 1357 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancún round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancún is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $131 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Canada and Aeromexico, starting at $205 and $284 round-trip. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 77% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancún one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $162 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Canada from $171 and Delta from $205 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancún?

    On average you can expect to pay $745 for a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancún. The cheapest flight overall is $164 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Cancun) is currently priced at $389.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl to Cancún?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancún?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancún (average of $210). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Cancún in June is currently the most expensive (average of $450). 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 8 airlines flying from Dulles Intl to Cancún

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Dulles 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 November 9, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$131Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Air CanadaCheapest$205Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
AeromexicoCheapest$284Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$286Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$314Average$544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$318Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$351Average$626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$391Average$613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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