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$121+ 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 7/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CUN — HOU
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$204
(Priceline)

One-way from

$121
(SmartFares)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$231
From Cancun to Houston
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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 July 1, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Fri 8/15:37 pmCUN - IAH
Nonstop2h 38mFrontier
Sun 8/108:56 pmIAH - CUN
1 stop10h 52mFrontier
Deal found 6/30$204
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/315:35 amCUN - IAH
Nonstop2h 29mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/57:43 amIAH - CUN
Nonstop2h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$209
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1111:52 amCUN - IAH
Nonstop2h 42mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1311:38 amIAH - CUN
Nonstop2h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$229
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 7/1711:52 amCUN - IAH
Nonstop2h 42mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/215:55 amIAH - CUN
1 stop4h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/30$241
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 8/215:00 pmCUN - HOU
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Sun 8/2411:00 amHOU - CUN
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$252
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Thu 8/143:22 pmCUN - IAH
1 stop6h 08mDelta
Thu 8/211:07 pmIAH - CUN
1 stop7h 13mDelta
Deal found 6/30$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Tue 9/98:00 amCUN - HOU
1 stop9h 39mDelta
Tue 9/236:00 amHOU - CUN
1 stop6h 50mDelta
Deal found 6/28$265
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 9/137:50 amCUN - HOU
1 stop10h 14mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/244:28 pmHOU - CUN
1 stop17h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/28$268
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/112:26 pmCUN - IAH
1 stop7h 09mAeromexico
Sun 7/139:55 amIAH - CUN
1 stop9h 26mAeromexico
Deal found 7/1$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 7/317:45 amCUN - IAH
1 stop10h 46mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/84:36 pmIAH - CUN
2 stops22h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$310
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Thu 7/38:00 amCUN - HOU
1 stop14h 24mAeromexico
Mon 7/1410:02 amHOU - CUN
1 stop10h 18mAeromexico
Deal found 6/29$448

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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 July 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cancún to Houston that are best for you.

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Cancún

Fly to

Houston

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CancúnHouston

CUN - IAH

CUNIAH

Cancun

Fri 8/1

5:37 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop2h 38m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 8/10

8:56 pm-7:48 am

1 stop10h 52m

$204

CancúnHouston

CUN - IAH

CUNIAH

Cancun

Thu 7/31

7:51 am-10:20 am

Nonstop2h 29m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 8/4

5:05 pm-7:20 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$209

CancúnHouston

CUN - IAH

CUNIAH

Cancun

Fri 7/11

11:52 am-2:34 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 7/13

11:38 am-2:12 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

$229

CancúnHouston

CUN - IAH

CUNIAH

Cancun

Thu 7/17

11:52 am-2:34 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 7/21

5:55 am-10:06 am

1 stop4h 11m

$241

CancúnHouston

CUN - HOU

CUNHOU

Cancun

Thu 8/21

5:00 pm-7:20 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Houston Hobby

Sun 8/24

11:00 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$252

CancúnHouston

CUN - IAH

CUNIAH

Cancun

Thu 8/14

3:22 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 8/21

1:07 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$259

CancúnHouston

CUN - HOU

CUNHOU

Cancun

Tue 9/9

8:00 am-5:39 pm

1 stop9h 39m

Houston Hobby

Tue 9/23

6:00 am-12:50 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$265

CancúnHouston

CUN - HOU

CUNHOU

Cancun

Sat 9/13

7:50 am-6:04 pm

1 stop10h 14m

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/24

4:28 pm-9:56 am

1 stop17h 28m

$268

CancúnHouston

CUN - IAH

CUNIAH

Cancun

Fri 7/11

2:26 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop7h 09m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 7/13

9:55 am-7:21 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$269

CancúnHouston

CUN - IAH

CUNIAH

Cancun

Thu 7/31

7:45 am-6:31 pm

1 stop10h 46m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 8/8

4:36 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops22h 44m

$310

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The best insider tips for Cancún to Houston flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
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
Southwest

Southwest offers two free checked bags, even oversized, with its basic Wanna Get Away fare.


Southwest's free in-flight entertainment includes early-release movies and live TV streamed to devices.

Read more about Southwestby Marisa Garcia
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 and Southwest

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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Best time to book a flight from Cancún to Houston

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Houston from Cancún with our price prediction graph.
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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 June 27, 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cancún to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Cancún to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 July 1, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Cancún to Houston is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 35% on airfare.

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 July 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and Aeromexico 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
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,718 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,858 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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 2 daily outbound flights to Houston from 3 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($204), United Airlines ($209), and Spirit Airlines ($241) offers the cheapest pricing from Cancún to Houston. Frontier is currently priced 32% 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 $121. Southwest flights start at $138 while deals on United Airlines start at $138 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cancún to Houston?

    The cheapest flight price from Cancún to Houston is $158. On average you can expect to pay $303. The most popular route, (Cancun - Houston George Bush Intcntl), can usually be booked for $205.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cancún to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Cancún to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 July 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$193Average$230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$207Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$248Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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