What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Cancun?

Spirit Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Cancun

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

According to our data, American Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 13% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How long does it take to fly to Cancún?

The flight from New York 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 Newark (a popular airport in New York) to Cancún (the most popular airport in Cancún), then the flight time is 4h 06m on average. If you fly from New York (another popular airport in New York) to Cancún, then the average flight time is 6h 20m.

How many flights depart from New York to Cancún on average per day?

The number of flights available between New York and Cancún is 3 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 08:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving at midday.

How many flights depart from New York to Cancún on average per week?

The number of flights available between New York and Cancún is 24 per week as of January 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How often are flights from New York to Cancún delayed?

Historically, on average around 14% of flights between New York and Cancún have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 157 minutes.

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

Prices for flights from New York to Cancun Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York 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 New York to Cancun Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Cancun Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Cancún?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $522 to $1,126. The lowest price recently found on this route was $416.

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06:00 - 12:20

LGA

CUN

6h 20m

1 stop

17:04 - 10:00

CUN

LGA

15h 56m

1 stop

$416Spirit Airlines

ndz., 1 mar - wt., 31 mar

08:00 - 15:57

LGA

CUN

8h 57m

1 stop

12:35 - 23:44

CUN

LGA

10h 09m

1 stop

$420Spirit Airlines

pon., 23 mar - pt., 27 mar

09:55 - 17:50

LGA

CUN

7h 55m

1 stop

17:09 - 23:44

CUN

LGA

6h 35m

1 stop

$431United Airlines

wt., 10 lut - czw., 12 lut

06:00 - 11:15

EWR

CUN

6h 15m

1 stop

07:23 - 12:07

CUN

EWR

3h 44mdirect

$446United Airlines

wt., 17 mar - wt., 24 mar

07:00 - 11:20

EWR

CUN

4h 20mdirect

08:23 - 12:07

CUN

EWR

3h 44mdirect

$451United Airlines

pon., 9 lut - ndz., 15 lut

07:00 - 11:20

EWR

CUN

4h 20mdirect

08:23 - 12:07

CUN

EWR

3h 44mdirect

$452United Airlines

ndz., 8 lut - ndz., 15 lut

20:34 - 08:40

EWR

CUN

12h 06m

1 stop

12:50 - 16:34

CUN

EWR

3h 44mdirect

$459JetBlue

ndz., 8 lut - ndz., 15 lut

07:00 - 11:19

EWR

CUN

4h 19mdirect

12:46 - 16:30

CUN

EWR

3h 44mdirect

$464JetBlue

pon., 9 lut - śr., 11 lut

14:59 - 21:11

LGA

CUN

6h 12m

1 stop

08:00 - 15:43

CUN

LGA

7h 43m

1 stop

$471Delta

ndz., 8 lut - śr., 11 lut

06:59 - 14:03

LGA

CUN

7h 04m

1 stop

08:00 - 14:44

CUN

LGA

6h 44m

1 stop

$474Delta

pon., 9 lut - ndz., 15 lut

Spirit Airlines flights from New York to Cancún

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Spirit Airlines

1 Mar

LGA06:00New York LaGuardia

6h 20m

1 stop

CUN12:20Cancun

31 Mar

CUN17:04Cancun

15h 56m

1 stop

LGA10:00New York LaGuardia

$416

Spirit Airlines

23 Mar

LGA08:00New York LaGuardia

8h 57m

1 stop

CUN15:57Cancun

27 Mar

CUN12:35Cancun

10h 09m

1 stop

LGA23:44New York LaGuardia

$420

Spirit Airlines

1 Feb

LGA06:00New York LaGuardia

6h 16m

1 stop

CUN12:16Cancun

6 Feb

CUN11:59Cancun

9h 00m

1 stop

LGA20:59New York LaGuardia

$461

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JetBlue

8 Feb

EWR20:34Newark

12h 06m

1 stop

CUN08:40Cancun

13 Feb

CUN12:50Cancun

3h 44m

EWR16:34Newark

$459

JetBlue

9 Feb

EWR07:00Newark

4h 19m

CUN11:19Cancun

11 Feb

CUN12:46Cancun

3h 44m

EWR16:30Newark

$464

JetBlue

13 Apr

EWR07:10Newark

4h 10m

CUN10:20Cancun

15 Apr

CUN11:40Cancun

3h 59m

EWR16:39Newark

$470

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New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

ndz. 1/3

06:00-12:20

1 stop6h 20m

Cancun

wt. 31/3

17:04-10:00

1 stop15h 56m

$416

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

pon. 23/3

08:00-15:57

1 stop8h 57m

Cancun

pt. 27/3

12:35-23:44

1 stop10h 09m

$420

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

wt. 10/2

09:55-17:50

1 stop7h 55m

Cancun

czw. 12/2

17:09-23:44

1 stop6h 35m

$431

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

wt. 17/3

06:00-11:15

1 stop6h 15m

Cancun

wt. 24/3

07:23-12:07

Nonstop3h 44m

$446

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

pon. 9/2

07:00-11:20

Nonstop4h 20m

Cancun

ndz. 15/2

08:23-12:07

Nonstop3h 44m

$451

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

ndz. 8/2

07:00-11:20

Nonstop4h 20m

Cancun

ndz. 15/2

08:23-12:07

Nonstop3h 44m

$452

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

ndz. 8/2

20:34-08:40

1 stop12h 06m

Cancun

ndz. 15/2

12:50-16:34

Nonstop3h 44m

$459

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

pon. 9/2

07:00-11:19

Nonstop4h 19m

Cancun

śr. 11/2

12:46-16:30

Nonstop3h 44m

$464

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

ndz. 8/2

14:59-21:11

1 stop6h 12m

Cancun

śr. 11/2

08:00-15:43

1 stop7h 43m

$471

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

pon. 9/2

06:59-14:03

1 stop7h 04m

Cancun

ndz. 15/2

08:00-14:44

1 stop6h 44m

$474

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Cancún?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cancún?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Cancún. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $493. If you are unable to visit Cancún during the month of September, then departing from New York during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $558.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cancún from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cancún for around $639 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 New York for as low as $601 on momondo.

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How have New York to Cancún flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for New York to Cancún flights are approximately 12% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from New York to Cancún takes 4h 06m

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How far is New York to Cancun by plane?
The distance between New York and Cancun is about 2491.7 km. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 4h 06m.
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Prices for flights from New York to Cancun Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York 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 New York to Cancun Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cancun Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Cancun Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to Cancún?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from New York to Cancún is Airbus A321neo, representing 28.13% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320-100/200 at 24.76%, Boeing 737-900 at 14.51%, and Boeing 737 MAX 9 at 13.53%.

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How have New York to Cancún flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for New York to Cancún flights are approximately 12% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Cancun?

Spirit Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Cancun

How often are flights from New York to Cancún delayed?

Historically, on average around 14% of flights between New York and Cancún have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 157 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

According to our data, American Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 13% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from New York to Cancún on average per day?

The number of flights available between New York and Cancún is 3 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 08:00, with 100% of daily flights leaving at midday.

How many flights depart from New York to Cancún on average per week?

The number of flights available between New York and Cancún is 24 per week as of January 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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