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Cheap flights from New York to Cancún from £117

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 31/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — CUN
4 Jun — 11 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Cancun are usually found in September or October, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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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 5 May 2026.

Sun 20/911:35
JFK
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 10m
JetBlue
Wed 30/913:10
CUN
-
JFK
Nonstop3h 50m
JetBlue
Deal found 4/5£252
Mon 22/606:00
JFK
-
CUN
1 stop7h 30m
Delta
Thu 25/612:50
CUN
-
JFK
Nonstop4h 07m
Delta
Deal found 30/4£254
Wed 3/606:00
LGA
-
CUN
1 stop7h 30m
Delta
Wed 10/612:35
CUN
-
LGA
1 stop8h 49m
Delta
Deal found 3/5£255
Sat 4/708:40
JFK
-
CUN
1 stop6h 59m
Delta
Wed 8/712:45
CUN
-
JFK
Nonstop4h 10m
Delta
Deal found 1/5£255
Mon 25/508:23
JFK
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 17m
Delta
Mon 22/613:30
CUN
-
JFK
1 stop8h 31m
Delta
Deal found 4/5£256
Thu 20/806:00
LGA
-
CUN
1 stop7h 56m
Delta
Wed 2/908:00
CUN
-
LGA
1 stop7h 48m
Delta
Deal found 2/5£257
Tue 4/807:10
JFK
-
CUN
1 stop6h 51m
Delta
Tue 11/814:10
CUN
-
JFK
1 stop10h 04m
Delta
Deal found 4/5£257
Tue 9/606:00
LGA
-
CUN
1 stop7h 30m
Delta
Wed 24/613:30
CUN
-
LGA
1 stop8h 53m
Delta
Deal found 5/5£259
Sun 6/908:01
JFK
-
CUN
1 stop10h 29m
Delta
Tue 22/908:00
CUN
-
JFK
1 stop7h 41m
Delta
Deal found 1/5£260
Thu 3/906:00
LGA
-
CUN
1 stop7h 30m
Delta
Fri 18/912:25
CUN
-
LGA
1 stop9h 25m
Delta
Deal found 30/4£263
Thu 3/906:00
JFK
-
CUN
1 stop7h 30m
Delta
Thu 17/912:25
CUN
-
JFK
1 stop6h 59m
Delta
Deal found 1/5£263
Mon 18/510:33
EWR
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 06m
United Airlines
Fri 5/615:46
CUN
-
EWR
Nonstop3h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/5£264

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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 5 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£252

One-way from

£117

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December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£312

Good round-trip deal

£412 or less

Good one-way deal

£444 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 20/9-1/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 03m total
  • New York to Cancún
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 31/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 06m total
  • New York to Cancún
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New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/9

08:26-11:35

Nonstop4h 09m

Cancun

Tue 15/9

12:35-17:40

Nonstop4h 05m

£252

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/10

16:10-00:27

1 stop9h 17m

Cancun

Tue 13/10

11:34-23:58

1 stop11h 24m

£252

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/7

06:00-12:28

1 stop7h 28m

Cancun

Wed 8/7

11:19-23:55

1 stop11h 36m

£254

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 22/6

06:00-12:30

1 stop7h 30m

Cancun

Thu 25/6

12:50-17:57

Nonstop4h 07m

£254

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

Wed 3/6

06:00-12:30

1 stop7h 30m

Cancun

Wed 10/6

12:35-22:24

1 stop8h 49m

£255

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 22/6

06:00-12:30

1 stop7h 30m

Cancun

Fri 26/6

12:50-17:57

Nonstop4h 07m

£255

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/6

06:00-12:30

1 stop7h 30m

Cancun

Tue 16/6

12:50-17:57

Nonstop4h 07m

£255

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

Fri 21/8

06:05-13:01

1 stop7h 56m

Cancun

Thu 3/9

13:30-23:28

1 stop8h 58m

£257

New YorkCancún

JFK - CUN

JFKCUN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 22/6

18:05-11:45

1 stop18h 40m

Cancun

Tue 7/7

13:30-07:30

1 stop17h 00m

£260

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

Fri 11/9

06:05-13:00

1 stop7h 55m

Cancun

Wed 16/9

08:00-15:48

1 stop6h 48m

£263

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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?

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 31 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Cancún (average of £240). Flying from New York to Cancún in February is currently the most expensive (average of £368). 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 5 May 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 45% on flights from New York to Cancún by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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 5 May 2026.

The most flights from NYC to CUN are scheduled on a Sunday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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

How often are flights from New York to Cancún delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between New York and Cancún have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 159 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Cancún flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Cancún flights?

Over the past year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

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 5 May 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with JetBlue 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.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,977 reviews
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Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Wei,Feb 2026

JFK - BOS

The JFK to BOS flight was uneventful. The delay of the inbound plane was difficult since we were near 1.5 hours in delays from the original departure time.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,977 reviews
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,977 reviews
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Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Wei,Feb 2026

JFK - BOS

The JFK to BOS flight was uneventful. The delay of the inbound plane was difficult since we were near 1.5 hours in delays from the original departure time.

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 13 inbound flights from New York per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has 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 £268, Delta can have you in Cancún from New York in 4h 06m. The distance from New York to Cancún is about 1548 mi. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from New York to Cancún round-trip?

    Flying on JetBlue is currently your cheapest option to Cancún, with prices starting at £230. Users have found that JetBlue is 30% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The most popular flight routes from New York to Cancún are New York John F Kennedy Intl - Cancun, Newark - 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: EL AL (85%), Aeromexico (83%), American Airlines( 83%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £235. While the most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Cancun) can be booked for £245 on average, our data indicates £458 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Cancún (average of £240). Flying from New York to Cancún in February is currently the most expensive (average of £368). 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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JetBlueCheapest£230Average£281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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