What is the cheapest airline that flies from Australia to Cancun?

Air Canada, United Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Australia to Cancun

Which airlines fly to Cancún?

Qantas Airways, United Airlines and Air Canada are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cancún from Australia according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cancún. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Cancún on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Cancún?

The flight from Australia to Cancún depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Sydney (a popular airport in Australia) to Cancún (the most popular airport in Cancún), then the flight time is 19h 52m on average. If you fly from Melbourne (another popular airport in Australia) to Cancún, then the average flight time is 21h 15m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Cancun Airport?

Prices for flights from Australia to Cancun Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to Cancun Airport?

As of September 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Australia to Cancun Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Cancun Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to Cancun Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cancun Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cancun Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cancun Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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13:10 - 17:00SYD-CUN

19h 50m1 stop

16:00 - 06:55CUN-SYD

22h 55m1 stop

$1,400Qantas Airways

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Mon, 6 Oct - Mon, 20 Oct

09:45 - 15:00MEL-CUN

21h 15m1 stop

15:00 - 05:00CUN-MEL

22h 00m1 stop

$1,420Multiple Airlines

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Tue, 14 Oct - Mon, 20 Oct

18:45 - 11:15SYD-CUN

32h 30m2 stops

15:00 - 06:55CUN-SYD

23h 55m1 stop

$1,421Multiple Airlines

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Mon, 6 Oct - Mon, 20 Oct

09:10 - 17:08MEL-CUN

23h 58m1 stop

16:40 - 08:40CUN-MEL

48h 00m2 stops

$1,615Delta

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Sun, 8 Mar - Sun, 29 Mar

10:45 - 07:00BNE-CUN

35h 15m1 stop

08:00 - 08:45CUN-BNE

33h 45m1 stop

$1,631Air Canada

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Mon, 10 Nov - Thu, 13 Nov

07:30 - 16:10SYD-CUN

24h 40m2 stops

18:10 - 14:40CUN-SYD

28h 30m2 stops

$1,636Air Canada

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Wed, 29 Oct - Mon, 24 Nov

21:40 - 18:45SYD-CUN

37h 05m2 stops

16:00 - 19:45CUN-SYD

35h 45m2 stops

$1,736Hawaiian Airlines

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Thu, 30 Oct - Thu, 6 Nov

09:10 - 09:00MEL-CUN

39h 50m2 stops

18:18 - 08:00CUN-MEL

45h 42m1 stop

$1,825Delta

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Wed, 11 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar

12:00 - 06:13MEL-CUN

34h 13m1 stop

17:01 - 09:15CUN-MEL

24h 14m1 stop

$3,024United Airlines

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Sun, 8 Mar - Sun, 29 Mar

10:40 - 19:18BNE-CUN

23h 38m2 stops

13:27 - 07:30CUN-BNE

27h 03m2 stops

$3,036United Airlines

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Delta flights from Australia to Cancún

Our best Delta deals on Australia to Cancún flight tickets

Delta

8 Mar

MEL09:10Melbourne

23h 58m

1 stop

CUN17:08Cancun

29 Mar

CUN16:40Cancun

48h 00m

2 stops

MEL08:40Melbourne

$1,615

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Delta

11 Mar

MEL09:10Melbourne

39h 50m

2 stops

CUN09:00Cancun

15 Mar

CUN18:18Cancun

45h 42m

1 stop

MEL08:00Melbourne

$1,825

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Delta

11 Mar

MEL09:10Melbourne

23h 58m

1 stop

CUN17:08Cancun

15 Mar

CUN18:18Cancun

45h 42m

1 stop

MEL08:00Melbourne

$1,828

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Air Canada flights from Australia to Cancún

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Air Canada

10 Nov

BNE10:45Brisbane

35h 15m

1 stop

CUN07:00Cancun

13 Nov

CUN08:00Cancun

33h 45m

1 stop

BNE08:45Brisbane

$1,631

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Air Canada

29 Oct

SYD07:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 40m

2 stops

CUN16:10Cancun

24 Nov

CUN18:10Cancun

28h 30m

2 stops

SYD14:40Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,636

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Air Canada

29 Oct

SYD08:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 10m

2 stops

CUN16:10Cancun

25 Nov

CUN15:00Cancun

50h 35m

2 stops

SYD09:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,673

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SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/10

13:10-17:00

1 stop19h 50m

Cancun

Mon 20/10

16:00-06:55

1 stop22h 55m

$1,400

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

Tue 14/10

09:45-15:00

1 stop21h 15m

Cancun

Mon 20/10

15:00-05:00

1 stop22h 00m

$1,420

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/10

18:45-11:15

2 stops32h 30m

Cancun

Mon 20/10

15:00-06:55

1 stop23h 55m

$1,421

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

09:10-17:08

1 stop23h 58m

Cancun

Sun 29/3

16:40-08:40

2 stops48h 00m

$1,615

BrisbaneCancún

BNE - CUN

BNECUN

Brisbane

Mon 10/11

10:45-07:00

1 stop35h 15m

Cancun

Thu 13/11

08:00-08:45

1 stop33h 45m

$1,631

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 29/10

07:30-16:10

2 stops24h 40m

Cancun

Mon 24/11

18:10-14:40

2 stops28h 30m

$1,636

SydneyCancún

SYD - CUN

SYDCUN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 30/10

21:40-18:45

2 stops37h 05m

Cancun

Thu 6/11

16:00-19:45

2 stops35h 45m

$1,736

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

09:10-09:00

2 stops39h 50m

Cancun

Sun 15/3

18:18-08:00

1 stop45h 42m

$1,825

MelbourneCancún

MEL - CUN

MELCUN

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

12:00-06:13

1 stop34h 13m

Cancun

Sun 29/3

17:01-09:15

1 stop24h 14m

$3,024

BrisbaneCancún

BNE - CUN

BNECUN

Brisbane

Wed 29/10

10:40-19:18

2 stops23h 38m

Cancun

Wed 5/11

13:27-07:30

2 stops27h 03m

$3,036

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cancún?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Australia to Cancún. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,897. If you are unable to visit Cancún during the month of February, then departing from Australia during the month June is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $2,193.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cancún?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cancún is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $2,552. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Australia because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $2,714.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cancún?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Australia to Cancún when you can find flight prices for as low as $2,602. Flying to Cancún in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Cancún, so prices are often more expensive at around $2,806 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cancún?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cancún from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cancún for around $2,593 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cancún from Australia for as low as $1,927 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Australia to Cancún flights?

You could potentially save up to 16% on your flight if you consider stops on a Australia to Cancún flight.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Cancun Airport?
Prices for flights from Australia to Cancun Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to Cancun Airport?
As of September 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Australia to Cancun Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Cancun Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to Cancun Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cancun Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cancun Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cancun Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Australia to Cancún

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Australia to Cancún with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,485	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 907 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,656	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,957 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,780	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,000 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $2,422	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,924 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $2,898	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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