Tulum

$151+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Tulum, Mexico

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 2/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — CUN
Jan 17 — Jan 241
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Tulum

Cheapest flights from San Diego to Tulum
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Tulum. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:25 amSAN - CUN
1 stop7h 47mFrontier
Mon 1/124:58 pmCUN - SAN
1 stop10h 01mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$349
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:25 amSAN - CUN
1 stop7h 47mFrontier
Fri 1/94:58 pmCUN - SAN
1 stop10h 01mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$363
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:25 amSAN - CUN
1 stop7h 47mFrontier
Sun 1/114:58 pmCUN - SAN
1 stop10h 01mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$383
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/316:15 amSAN - CUN
1 stop12h 05mDelta
Tue 1/133:13 pmCUN - SAN
1 stop10h 32mDelta
Deal found 12/16$442
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/316:20 amSAN - CUN
1 stop8h 53mDelta
Thu 1/812:05 pmCUN - SAN
2 stops13h 42mDelta
Deal found 12/16$452
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Mon 12/224:47 pmSAN - CUN
1 stop21h 25mFrontier
Mon 12/294:58 pmCUN - SAN
1 stop29h 17mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$454
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/318:00 amSAN - CUN
1 stop10h 20mDelta
Mon 1/1212:05 pmCUN - SAN
2 stops13h 42mDelta
Deal found 12/16$457
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:25 amSAN - CUN
1 stop7h 47mFrontier
Wed 1/74:58 pmCUN - SAN
1 stop9h 18mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$458
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Mon 12/224:31 pmSAN - CUN
1 stop16h 39mDelta
Mon 12/298:20 amCUN - SAN
1 stop16h 18mDelta
Deal found 12/18$460
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/236:25 amSAN - CUN
1 stop7h 47mFrontier
Tue 12/304:58 pmCUN - SAN
1 stop29h 17mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$464
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/286:25 amSAN - CUN
1 stop7h 47mFrontier
Wed 12/314:58 pmCUN - SAN
1 stop10h 01mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$472

Find flight deals from San Diego to Tulum

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Tulum flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$268
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$151
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$746
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Diego-Cancun flight deals.
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From San Diego to Tulum
One-way flight from San Diego to Tulum
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($57 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Tulum 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 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Tulum that are best for you.

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San Diego

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Tulum

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San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Thu 2/19

11:59 am-9:45 am

2 stops18h 46m

Cancun

Tue 2/24

2:24 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop10h 17m

$316

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Sat 2/28

11:41 am-11:14 am

2 stops20h 33m

Cancun

Thu 3/5

11:48 am-12:08 am

2 stops15h 20m

$399

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Wed 1/7

10:30 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Cancun

Wed 1/14

6:01 am-6:53 pm

2 stops15h 52m

$421

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Fri 3/6

9:28 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop11h 53m

Cancun

Wed 3/11

10:03 am-6:25 pm

1 stop10h 22m

$421

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Mon 1/19

7:50 pm-11:50 am

2 stops13h 00m

Cancun

Thu 1/22

8:38 am-7:08 pm

2 stops13h 30m

$426

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Wed 12/31

6:15 am-9:20 pm

1 stop12h 05m

Cancun

Tue 1/13

3:13 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$442

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Tue 4/28

6:15 am-8:45 pm

2 stops12h 30m

Cancun

Tue 5/5

12:29 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops12h 26m

$448

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Fri 1/16

8:59 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop16h 46m

Cancun

Wed 1/21

6:15 pm-9:55 am

2 stops18h 40m

$449

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Fri 2/13

9:45 am-12:08 pm

1 stop23h 23m

Cancun

Mon 2/16

12:24 pm-12:08 am

1 stop14h 44m

$454

San DiegoCancún

SAN - CUN

SANCUN

San Diego

Tue 3/17

6:15 am-7:59 pm

1 stop11h 44m

Cancun

Fri 3/20

6:18 pm-9:17 am

1 stop16h 59m

$454

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Tulum

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Tulum

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Tulum?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Tulum. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Diego to Tulum may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 53 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Tulum?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Tulum (average of $233). Flying from San Diego to Tulum in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 SAN to TU9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Tulum. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Diego to Tulum at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 35% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Tulum?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Tulum. Price data was last updated on June 22, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Tulum flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to Tulum?

Reviews of airlines servicing Tulum

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tulum. 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 Tulum. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from San Diego to Tulum have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Tulum?

    If you book a flight to Tulum from San Diego, you will be flying from San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego. There are 0 flights from San Diego to Tulum per day from 7 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Tulum?

    Departing from San Diego to Tulum will take you 15h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2025 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Tulum one-way?

    $137 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from $164 and $164, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Tulum that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to Tulum flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Tulum?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Tulum?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Tulum 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 San Diego to Tulum?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Tulum (average of $233). Flying from San Diego to Tulum in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 San Diego to Tulum

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Tulum. 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest$203Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$274Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$279Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$350Average$603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$368Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$370Average$602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$400Average$606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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