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$131+ Cheap flights from Cancún (CUN) to Houston

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 1/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CUN — HOU
Jan 6 — Jan 131
Tue 1/6
Tue 1/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Cancún to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cancún to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 7, 2025.

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Sat 12/1312:31 pmCUN - IAH
Nonstop2h 39mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/145:20 amIAH - CUN
1 stop8h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/6$214
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Tue 12/3012:46 pmCUN - IAH
Nonstop2h 39mSpirit Airlines
Thu 1/88:19 pmIAH - CUN
1 stop11h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/5$218
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2312:46 pmCUN - IAH
Nonstop2h 39mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/238:19 pmIAH - CUN
1 stop11h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/7$221
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1212:31 pmCUN - IAH
Nonstop2h 39mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/145:20 amIAH - CUN
1 stop8h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/5$222
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/112:36 pmCUN - IAH
1 stop11h 21mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/238:36 amIAH - CUN
Nonstop2h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/4$236
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/132:36 pmCUN - IAH
1 stop11h 21mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/238:36 amIAH - CUN
Nonstop2h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/4$243
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Mon 12/2912:46 pmCUN - IAH
Nonstop2h 39mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/45:54 amIAH - CUN
1 stop6h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/4$247
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Fri 12/1912:46 pmCUN - IAH
Nonstop2h 39mSpirit Airlines
Mon 1/125:46 amIAH - CUN
1 stop5h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/7$248
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Sat 12/132:36 pmCUN - IAH
1 stop11h 21mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/158:16 amIAH - CUN
Nonstop2h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/6$249
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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.
Thu 12/1112:31 pmCUN - IAH
Nonstop2h 39mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/138:16 amIAH - CUN
Nonstop2h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/6$250
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/208:45 amCUN - HOU
1 stop9h 52mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/59:05 amHOU - CUN
1 stop6h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/5$312
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/238:20 amCUN - HOU
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Fri 1/234:40 pmHOU - CUN
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/7$350

Find flight deals from Cancún to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cancún (CUN) to Houston (HO1). 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 December 7, 2025.

Round-trip from

$218
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$131
(Cheapflightsfares)

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Cheapest in

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Average price

$319
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cancún to Houston 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 December 7, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cancún to Houston that are best for you.

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Cancún

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Depart

Return

Price

CancúnHouston

CUN - IAH

CUNIAH

Cancun

Tue 12/30

12:46 pm-2:25 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 1/8

8:19 pm-9:13 am

1 stop11h 54m

$218

CancúnHouston

CUN - IAH

CUNIAH

Cancun

Tue 12/23

12:46 pm-2:25 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 1/23

9:45 am-1:02 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

$226

CancúnHouston

CUN - IAH

CUNIAH

Cancun

Wed 1/21

1:21 pm-8:23 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/26

5:46 am-12:16 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$241

CancúnHouston

CUN - IAH

CUNIAH

Cancun

Mon 3/2

4:58 pm-12:31 am

1 stop8h 33m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 3/9

7:00 am-9:24 am

Nonstop2h 24m

$246

CancúnHouston

CUN - IAH

CUNIAH

Cancun

Sat 12/20

2:36 pm-12:54 am

1 stop11h 18m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/5

8:36 am-11:51 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$248

CancúnHouston

CUN - IAH

CUNIAH

Cancun

Fri 2/6

8:39 am-10:10 am

Nonstop2h 31m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 2/8

9:34 am-12:54 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$251

CancúnHouston

CUN - IAH

CUNIAH

Cancun

Fri 1/23

8:39 am-10:10 am

Nonstop2h 31m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/25

2:26 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

$251

CancúnHouston

CUN - IAH

CUNIAH

Cancun

Sat 12/20

12:46 pm-2:25 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 12/26

8:36 am-11:51 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$251

CancúnHouston

CUN - HOU

CUNHOU

Cancun

Wed 1/21

11:18 am-10:33 pm

2 stops12h 15m

Houston Hobby

Mon 1/26

5:45 am-6:47 pm

2 stops12h 02m

$267

CancúnHouston

CUN - HOU

CUNHOU

Cancun

Thu 1/22

6:01 am-4:10 pm

2 stops11h 09m

Houston Hobby

Mon 1/26

5:45 am-6:47 pm

2 stops12h 02m

$267

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Best time to book a flight from Cancún to Houston

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Cancún to Houston

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cancún to Houston. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cancún to Houston, you should look to book at least 67 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 Cancún to Houston?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cancún to Houston (average of $109). Flying from Cancún to Houston in January is currently the most expensive (average of $287). 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 CUN to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Cancún to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 7, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Cancún to Houston

Explore weekly flight availability from Cancún to Houston. 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 December 7, 2025.

The most flights from CUN to HO1 are scheduled on a Friday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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

How often are flights from Cancún to Houston delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between Cancún and Houston have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 127 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening 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 Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

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

The best insider tips for Cancún to Houston flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Cancún to Houston trip
Airlines
Frontier

Frontier offers extra comfort seats with 32” separation for a fee, ideal for taller passengers.


Frontier's Board First option is available with carry-on purchase or Elite status, ensuring early boarding.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom seats towards the front of the economy cabin.


United's Polaris Business Class includes lie-flat seats, noise-reducing headphones, and upscale amenities.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Airports
CUN

Cancun Airport's terminals are crowded, so arrive early to navigate security lines and find seating. Expect long waits during peak times.

Read more about CUNby Ramsey Qubein
IAH

For a quick exit from IAH, use rideshare services like Uber or Lyft, available at Terminals A, B, and C.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
HOU

HOU's arrival roadways are congestion-free, making pickups easy. Consider being dropped off at arrivals during early mornings for convenience.

Read more about HOUby Scott Laird
Our travel experts
Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Expert on IAH

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on CUN

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Expert on HOU

Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Scott is a frequent contributor to Fodor’s Travel Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Science in Airline Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and has worked in the airline and hotel industries and as a travel consultant.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated December 7, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and Spirit Airlines from Cancún to Houston 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,076 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,169 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cancún to Houston. 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 from for flights from Cancún to Houston?

    Located just 8.9 mi from the city center, Cancun is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Houston from Cancún. Booking flights from Cancun (CUN) to Houston should be relatively easy as there are 3 daily outbound flights to Houston from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Cancún to Houston?

    Airlines like Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and Delta fly from Cancún to Houston in about 2h 39m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 36m. Airlines will cover a distance of 812 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($111), United Airlines ($171), and Southwest ($248) offers the cheapest pricing from Cancún to Houston. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 58% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $111. Frontier flights start at $111 while deals on Delta start at $123 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cancún to Houston?

    The cheapest flight price from Cancún to Houston is $287. On average you can expect to pay $437. The most popular route, (Cancun - Houston Hobby), can usually be booked for $204.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cancún to Houston (average of $109). Flying from Cancún to Houston in January is currently the most expensive (average of $287). 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 3 airlines flying from Cancún to Houston

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Cancún to Houston. 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 December 7, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$111Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$207Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$248Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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