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$148+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) to Riviera Maya

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 9/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — CUN
Aug 8 — Aug 151
Sat 8/8
Sat 8/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Newark to Riviera Maya

Cheapest flights from Newark to Riviera Maya
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to Riviera Maya. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 9, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/86:00 am
EWR
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CUN
1 stop8h 10m
United Airlines
Mon 9/147:51 am
CUN
-
EWR
Nonstop3h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/7$377
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/4. 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.
Thu 10/16:30 am
EWR
-
CUN
1 stop9h 58m
Volaris
Mon 10/57:14 pm
CUN
-
EWR
1 stop8h 46m
Volaris
Deal found 7/4$378
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Tue 9/16:30 am
EWR
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CUN
1 stop12h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/512:35 pm
CUN
-
EWR
1 stop9h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/8$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/299:41 am
EWR
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 06m
United Airlines
Sat 9/58:45 am
CUN
-
EWR
Nonstop3h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/6$381
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/110:10 am
EWR
-
CUN
1 stop6h 30m
United Airlines
Thu 12/38:23 am
CUN
-
EWR
Nonstop3h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/6$382
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/147:01 am
EWR
-
CUN
1 stop12h 59m
Aeromexico
Fri 11/2011:20 am
CUN
-
EWR
1 stop10h 40m
Aeromexico
Deal found 7/9$383
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/216:30 am
EWR
-
CUN
1 stop12h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/2612:35 pm
CUN
-
EWR
1 stop9h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6$385
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/57:00 am
EWR
-
CUN
1 stop8h 59m
United Airlines
Sat 12/128:23 am
CUN
-
EWR
Nonstop3h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/8$386
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/236:00 am
EWR
-
CUN
1 stop6h 05m
United Airlines
Tue 10/2711:35 am
CUN
-
EWR
1 stop6h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/5$387
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/237:30 am
EWR
-
CUN
1 stop7h 05m
American Airlines
Wed 8/261:14 pm
CUN
-
EWR
1 stop9h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/8$388
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/286:00 am
EWR
-
CUN
1 stop7h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/312:35 pm
CUN
-
EWR
1 stop9h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$389
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/35:51 am
EWR
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CZM
1 stop9h 18m
American Airlines
Mon 8/101:58 pm
CZM
-
EWR
1 stop20h 32m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/6$436

Find flight deals from Newark to Riviera Maya

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Round-trip from

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One-way from

$148
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Average price

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Newark to Riviera Maya 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 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Newark Airport to Riviera Maya that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Mon 1/4

6:00 am-4:30 pm

1 stop10h 30m

Cancun

Sat 1/9

5:40 pm-12:58 am

1 stop7h 18m

$409

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Wed 9/16

7:00 am-7:50 pm

1 stop13h 50m

Cancun

Mon 9/21

9:11 am-11:15 pm

2 stops13h 04m

$409

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Fri 11/27

6:57 pm-11:30 am

1 stop16h 33m

Cancun

Thu 12/3

8:23 am-12:07 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

$487

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Fri 9/18

8:40 pm-10:06 am

1 stop14h 26m

Cancun

Thu 9/24

3:46 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$487

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Fri 1/1

10:35 am-2:55 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

Cancun

Mon 1/11

3:15 pm-12:45 am

1 stop9h 30m

$492

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Thu 11/12

9:00 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Cancun

Mon 11/16

5:55 pm-11:59 am

1 stop18h 04m

$497

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Thu 12/3

8:50 pm-11:25 am

1 stop14h 35m

Cancun

Tue 12/8

2:44 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$497
Quickest round-trip

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Wed 10/7

10:33 am-1:39 pm

Nonstop4h 06m

Cancun

Sun 10/11

8:45 am-1:36 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

$529

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Sun 7/19

1:43 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop4h 02m

Cancun

Tue 7/21

3:43 pm-5:40 am

1 stop12h 57m

$562

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Fri 11/27

6:00 am-1:43 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Cancun

Wed 12/2

8:23 am-12:07 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

$572

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Best time to book a flight from Newark to Riviera Maya

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Newark Airport to Riviera Maya?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Riviera Maya (average of $213). Flying from Newark Airport to Riviera Maya in June is currently the most expensive (average of $774). 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 EWR to ETW?

Find hourly flight availability from Newark to Riviera Maya. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 9, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Newark Airport to Riviera Maya as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Newark Airport to Riviera Maya

Explore weekly flight availability from Newark to Riviera Maya. 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 July 9, 2026.

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Newark Airport to Riviera Maya?

Booking 40 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Newark Airport to Riviera Maya. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Riviera Maya

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Riviera Maya. 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 Riviera Maya. Reviews last updated July 9, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines,American Airlines, andAir Canada from Newark Airport to Riviera Maya by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,958 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2024

EWR - DEN

Terribly delayed flight, missed ongoing flight, hotel very downmarket Food voucher not accepted in hotel
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,958 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,958 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2024

EWR - DEN

Terribly delayed flight, missed ongoing flight, hotel very downmarket Food voucher not accepted in hotel
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,791 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,958 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2024

EWR - DEN

Terribly delayed flight, missed ongoing flight, hotel very downmarket Food voucher not accepted in hotel
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,321 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,958 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2024

EWR - DEN

Terribly delayed flight, missed ongoing flight, hotel very downmarket Food voucher not accepted in hotel
JetBlue
7.1
Good
3,011 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,958 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2024

EWR - DEN

Terribly delayed flight, missed ongoing flight, hotel very downmarket Food voucher not accepted in hotel
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,835 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,958 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2024

EWR - DEN

Terribly delayed flight, missed ongoing flight, hotel very downmarket Food voucher not accepted in hotel

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Newark to Riviera Maya. 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 Newark Airport to Riviera Maya?

    Departing from Newark Airport to Riviera Maya will take you 10h 30m. The distance between Newark Airport and Riviera Maya is about 1548 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Newark Airport to Riviera Maya one-way?

    $102 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from JetBlue. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Frontier, with prices starting from $130 and $141, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Newark Airport to Riviera Maya?

    The cheapest flight price from Newark Airport to Riviera Maya is $169. On average you can expect to pay $577. The most popular route, (Newark - Cancun), can usually be booked for $343.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Newark to Riviera Maya that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Newark to Riviera Maya flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Newark to Riviera Maya?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Newark to Riviera Maya?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newark to Riviera Maya 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 Newark Airport to Riviera Maya?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Riviera Maya (average of $213). Flying from Newark Airport to Riviera Maya in June is currently the most expensive (average of $774). 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 Newark to Riviera Maya

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Newark to Riviera Maya. 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 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$174Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AeromexicoCheapest$195Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$206Average$553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$280Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$331Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$399Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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