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Cheap flights from New York to Cancún from £98

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 16/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — CUN
16 Nov — 23 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Cancun are usually found in September or October, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from New York to Cancún
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Cancún. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 October 2025.

Sat 6/1205:46EWR - CUN
1 stop7h 27mSpirit Airlines
Sun 14/1214:36CUN - EWR
1 stop9h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 15/10£199
Mon 3/1106:38EWR - CUN
1 stop6h 57mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/1114:44CUN - EWR
1 stop7h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 15/10£206
Fri 5/1217:57EWR - CUN
1 stop15h 10mSpirit Airlines
Sun 7/1214:36CUN - EWR
1 stop9h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 15/10£208
Mon 10/1107:00EWR - CUN
Nonstop4h 14mJetBlue
Thu 13/1112:30CUN - EWR
Nonstop3h 50mJetBlue
Deal found 17/10£208
Tue 11/1108:19JFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 16mDelta
Thu 20/1113:35CUN - JFK
Nonstop3h 58mDelta
Deal found 17/10£208
Mon 10/1107:00EWR - CUN
Nonstop4h 14mJetBlue
Wed 19/1112:30CUN - EWR
Nonstop3h 50mJetBlue
Deal found 16/10£210
Mon 10/1109:25JFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 19mJetBlue
Wed 19/1113:35CUN - JFK
Nonstop3h 46mJetBlue
Deal found 16/10£210
Sun 9/1108:05EWR - CUN
Nonstop4h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/1108:23CUN - EWR
Nonstop3h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/10£211
Sun 9/1107:00EWR - CUN
1 stop8h 59mUnited Airlines
Fri 14/1108:23CUN - EWR
Nonstop3h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/10£211
Mon 10/1111:00LGA - CUN
1 stop10h 20mDelta
Fri 14/1108:00CUN - LGA
1 stop7h 40mDelta
Deal found 16/10£212
Sat 13/1207:00EWR - CUN
Nonstop4h 14mJetBlue
Sat 3/112:17CUN - EWR
Nonstop3h 48mJetBlue
Deal found 15/10£212
Sat 13/1209:25JFK - CUN
Nonstop4h 19mJetBlue
Sat 3/118:40CUN - JFK
Nonstop3h 49mJetBlue
Deal found 15/10£212

Cheap flight deals from New York to Cancún

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) to Cancún (CUN). 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 17 October 2025.

Round-trip from

£199

One-way from

£98

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£292

Good round-trip deal

£281 or less

Good one-way deal

£87 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 6/12-14/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 16h 43m total
  • New York to Cancún
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  • Spirit Airlines
  • 16/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 35m total
  • New York to Cancún
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York to Cancún 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 17 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Cancún that are best for you.

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NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Sun 16/11

09:37-13:57

Nonstop4h 20m

Cancun

Thu 20/11

14:04-17:55

Nonstop3h 51m

£208

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Wed 3/12

07:00-11:14

Nonstop4h 14m

Cancun

Mon 8/12

12:40-16:31

Nonstop3h 51m

£208

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Sun 9/11

07:00-11:20

Nonstop4h 20m

Cancun

Fri 14/11

08:23-12:07

Nonstop3h 44m

£208

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Tue 11/11

07:00-11:14

Nonstop4h 14m

Cancun

Fri 14/11

12:30-16:20

Nonstop3h 50m

£208

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

Mon 10/11

08:00-15:34

1 stop7h 34m

Cancun

Wed 19/11

15:05-23:47

1 stop8h 42m

£214

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/12

08:03-12:30

Nonstop4h 27m

Cancun

Thu 11/12

13:40-23:14

1 stop9h 34m

£216

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Sun 11/1

07:00-11:17

Nonstop4h 17m

Cancun

Thu 22/1

12:35-16:19

Nonstop3h 44m

£216

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Mon 17/11

08:05-12:25

Nonstop4h 20m

Cancun

Thu 20/11

17:09-23:38

1 stop6h 29m

£216

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

Sun 2/11

09:59-21:20

1 stop11h 21m

Cancun

Thu 6/11

14:54-23:37

1 stop8h 43m

£219

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

Sun 16/11

21:00-13:30

1 stop16h 30m

Cancun

Thu 20/11

15:05-21:45

1 stop6h 40m

£219

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Cancún

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Cancún

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from New York to Cancún. Price data was last updated on 10 October 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from New York to Cancún may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 54 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 New York to Cancún?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Cancún (average of £136). Flying from New York to Cancún in May is currently the most expensive (average of £193). 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 NYC to CUN?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to Cancún. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 October 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 28% on flights from New York to Cancún by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Cancún

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to Cancún. 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 17 October 2025.

The most flights from NYC to CUN are scheduled on a Tuesday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from New York to Cancún?

Reviews of airlines servicing Cancún

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cancún. 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 Cancún. Reviews last updated 17 October 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, Aeromexico, andAmerican Airlines from New York to Cancún by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julia,Sept 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julia,Sept 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.
Aeromexico
7.4
Good
1,683 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julia,Sept 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,040 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julia,Sept 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,907 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Julia,Sept 2025

BUF - DEN

The staff were amazing, from check in to boarding and on the flight. The range of entertainment options were really good as well.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Cancún. 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 into for flights to Cancún from New York?

    Cancun (CUN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from New York to Cancún. You should not have trouble finding flights to Cancun from New York; the airport handles an average of 10 inbound flights from New York per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights to the Cancún airport from New York. It is only a 8.9 mi journey from Cancun (CUN) to Cancún’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from New York to Cancún?

    For as low as £208, United Airlines can have you in Cancún from New York in 4h 14m. The distance from New York to Cancún is about 1548 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on JetBlue is currently your cheapest option to Cancún, with prices starting at £173. Another option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at £272 return. Users have found that JetBlue is 49% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £103 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include JetBlue from £104 and United Airlines from £104 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Cancún?

    The most popular flight routes from New York to Cancún are Newark - Cancun, New York John F Kennedy Intl - Cancun and New York LaGuardia - Cancun.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to Cancún?

    Before booking your flight to Cancún from New York, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Delta (96%), Korean Air (96%), Aeromexico( 96%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Cancún?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £87. While the most popular route (Newark - Cancun) can be booked for £207 on average, our data indicates £96 when flying from New York to Cancún.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Cancún flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Cancún?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Cancún 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 New York to Cancún?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Cancún (average of £136). Flying from New York to Cancún in May is currently the most expensive (average of £193). 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 New York to Cancún

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JetBlueCheapest£173Average£348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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