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$129+ Cheap flights from Cancún (CUN) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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CUN — WAS
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cancún (CUN) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$245
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$129
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$430

Good round-trip deal

$339 or less

Good one-way deal

$249 or less
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Cheapest flights from Cancún to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cancún to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

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Sat 9/2012:50 pmCUN - IAD
1 stop7h 27mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/279:47 pmIAD - CUN
1 stop15h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$243
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 9/201:43 pmCUN - DCA
1 stop9h 11mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/2712:55 pmDCA - CUN
1 stop7h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$243
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/257:51 amCUN - IAD
1 stop10h 12mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/110:10 pmIAD - CUN
1 stop14h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$245
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/257:51 amCUN - DCA
1 stop12h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/16:00 amDCA - CUN
1 stop14h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$245
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/22:07 pmCUN - BWI
1 stop19h 54mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/67:00 amBWI - CUN
Nonstop3h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$249
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/252:14 pmCUN - BWI
Nonstop3h 33mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/18:17 pmBWI - CUN
1 stop18h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$264
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/182:07 pmCUN - BWI
1 stop19h 54mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/2010:37 amBWI - CUN
Nonstop3h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$271
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2410:36 amCUN - BWI
Nonstop3h 25mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/317:00 amBWI - CUN
Nonstop3h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/156:00 amCUN - IAD
1 stop8h 10mDelta
Tue 10/216:00 amIAD - CUN
1 stop7h 49mDelta
Deal found 9/11$281
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Wed 10/1511:14 amCUN - IAD
Nonstop3h 16mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/218:34 amIAD - CUN
Nonstop3h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$292
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Wed 11/261:10 pmCUN - IAD
2 stops10h 49mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/25:29 pmIAD - CUN
2 stops17h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$293
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Sat 10/259:09 amCUN - BWI
1 stop7h 28mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/13:05 pmBWI - CUN
1 stop19h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$293

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cancún to Washington, D.C. 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cancún to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

Fly from

Cancún

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CancúnWashington, D.C.

CUN - IAD

CUNIAD

Cancun

Sat 10/25

7:51 am-7:03 pm

1 stop10h 12m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/1

10:10 pm-11:25 am

1 stop14h 15m

$245

CancúnWashington, D.C.

CUN - DCA

CUNDCA

Cancun

Sat 10/25

7:51 am-8:51 pm

1 stop12h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 11/1

6:00 am-7:18 pm

1 stop14h 18m

$245

CancúnBaltimore

CUN - BWI

CUNBWI

Cancun

Thu 10/2

2:07 pm-11:01 am

1 stop19h 54m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 10/6

7:00 am-9:37 am

Nonstop3h 37m

$249

CancúnBaltimore

CUN - BWI

CUNBWI

Cancun

Sat 10/25

2:14 pm-6:47 pm

Nonstop3h 33m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 11/1

5:45 am-11:16 am

1 stop6h 31m

$278

CancúnBaltimore

CUN - BWI

CUNBWI

Cancun

Fri 10/24

10:36 am-3:01 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 10/31

9:41 pm-8:04 am

1 stop11h 23m

$278

CancúnWashington, D.C.

CUN - IAD

CUNIAD

Cancun

Wed 11/26

6:00 am-2:02 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 12/2

10:08 am-9:20 pm

1 stop11h 12m

$281

CancúnWashington, D.C.

CUN - IAD

CUNIAD

Cancun

Wed 10/15

11:14 am-3:30 pm

Nonstop3h 16m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/21

8:34 am-11:10 am

Nonstop3h 36m

$281

CancúnWashington, D.C.

CUN - DCA

CUNDCA

Cancun

Fri 10/10

8:45 am-4:22 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/15

6:00 am-1:51 pm

1 stop8h 51m

$298

CancúnBaltimore

CUN - BWI

CUNBWI

Cancun

Tue 11/25

10:36 am-2:01 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 11/29

6:00 am-9:41 am

Nonstop3h 41m

$299

CancúnBaltimore

CUN - BWI

CUNBWI

Cancun

Sun 10/26

4:14 pm-5:44 pm

1 stop24h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 11/2

9:59 pm-11:06 am

1 stop13h 07m

$304

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

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

Know your terminal before arriving at CUN, as they are not connected. Use the shuttle bus if needed.

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IAD

Use the Silver Line Metro to reach downtown D.C. from IAD in under 40 minutes, a cost-effective option.

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Ramsey Qubein

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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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Best time to book a flight from Cancún to Washington, D.C.

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cancún to Washington, D.C. (average of $292). Flying from Cancún to Washington, D.C. in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Cancún to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

When flying from Cancún to Washington, D.C., the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 42% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Cancún to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Cancún to Washington, D.C.. 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 September 11, 2025.

The most flights from CUN to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Cancún to Washington, D.C.?

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and Spirit Airlines from Cancún to Washington, D.C. 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,023 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cancún to Washington, D.C.?

    Located just 8.9 mi from the city center, Cancun is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Washington, D.C. from Cancún. Booking flights from Cancun (CUN) to Washington, D.C. should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily outbound flight to Washington, D.C. from 2 different airlines.

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

    United Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and Delta can get you from Cancún to Washington, D.C. in just under 8h 02m. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h 52m. There are 1357 mi between Cancún and Washington, D.C.. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Cancún to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($363), offers the cheapest pricing from Cancún to Washington, D.C.. United Airlines is priced at 9% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $133 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $159 and $160, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cancún to Washington, D.C.?

    When deciding which route to take from Cancún to Washington, D.C. consider Cancun - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Cancun - Baltimore/Washington or Cancun - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National as they are the most popular.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Cancún to Washington, D.C.? While on average our users pay $461, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $138. The most popular route (Cancun - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), is priced around $281.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cancún to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Cancún to Washington, D.C.?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cancún to Washington, D.C.?

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cancún to Washington, D.C. (average of $292). Flying from Cancún to Washington, D.C. in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 2 airlines flying from Cancún to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Cancún to Washington, D.C.. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$242Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$363Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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