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

The number of flights available between California and Cancún is 17 per day as of July 2025. The most frequent departure time is 8:00AM, with 77% of daily flights leaving at noon.

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

Volaris, Viva, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Cancun

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

As of July 2025, 122 flights take off from California and land in Cancún each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to Cancún?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cancún from California according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cancún. Keep in mind that there are 16 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?

Flight times from California to Cancún vary, but if you’re flying out of Los Angeles and flying into Cancún (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 4h 37m on average. Another popular route from California to Cancún is flying from San Francisco to Cancún, which will take roughly 5h 12m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

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

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There are 16 operators available for flights from California to Cancun Airport as of July 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from California 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 layovers 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 California to Cancun Airport.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Cancun Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cancun Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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3:50 pm - 12:50 amTIJ-CUN

7h 00m1 stop

7:10 am - 3:05 pmCUN-TIJ

9h 55m1 stop

$131Viva

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Fri, Sep 19 - Fri, Sep 26

9:20 am - 10:10 pmTIJ-CUN

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7:10 am - 3:05 pmCUN-TIJ

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$137Viva

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7:41 am - 2:09 pmTIJ-CUN

4h 28mnonstop

8:41 pm - 11:10 pmCUN-TIJ

4h 29mnonstop

$142Volaris

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12:21 am - 6:49 amTIJ-CUN

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12:21 am - 6:49 amTIJ-CUN

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1:40 am - 1:49 amTIJ-CUN

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10:01 am - 1:12 amTIJ-CUN

13h 11m1 stop

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19h 14m1 stop

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5:15 am - 1:49 pmLAS-CUN

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$232American Airlines

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United Airlines flights from California to Cancún

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Sep 14

LAX6:00 amLos Angeles

8h 12m

1 stop

CUN4:12 pmCancun

Sep 18

CUN2:24 pmCancun

5h 02m

LAX5:26 pmLos Angeles

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Aug 25

LAX11:59 pmLos Angeles

4h 42m

CUN6:41 amCancun

Aug 29

CUN1:04 pmCancun

11h 58m

1 stop

LAX11:02 pmLos Angeles

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Aug 11

LAS12:59 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

7h 05m

1 stop

CUN10:04 amCancun

Aug 15

CUN3:46 pmCancun

8h 13m

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Sep 7

LAX10:15 amLos Angeles

4h 50m

CUN5:05 pmCancun

Sep 11

CUN6:05 pmCancun

5h 05m

LAX9:10 pmLos Angeles

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Sep 27

LAX11:40 pmLos Angeles

11h 20m

1 stop

CUN1:00 pmCancun

Oct 1

CUN6:05 pmCancun

5h 05m

LAX9:10 pmLos Angeles

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Aug 12

LAS11:48 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

15h 45m

1 stop

CUN5:33 pmCancun

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CUN5:56 amCancun

12h 46m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cancún?

If you don’t want to visit Cancún in February, then you should wait until January to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $454.

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

The cheapest day to depart from California to Cancún is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $478. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $597. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cancún.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Cancún is in the afternoon. Flights from California to Cancún during this time can be as low as $270. Flights to Cancún are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $570. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest California to Cancun flight route?

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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 California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cancún for around $506 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cancún from California for as low as $462 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Cancun flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Cancun flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to Cancún flights?

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Fastest flight time	4h 19m
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Airports in Cancún	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Cancún from California in the past 72 hours is $67. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Cancún found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $131.

The fastest flight from California to Cancún takes 4h 19m

Direct flights go from California to Cancún every day.

There is 1 airport near Cancún: Cancun (CUN)

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Prices for flights from California to Cancun Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Cancun Airport?
There are 16 operators available for flights from California to Cancun Airport as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from California 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 layovers 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 California to Cancun Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cancun Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Cancun Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cancun Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Cancún?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from California to Cancún is Boeing 737-900, representing 51.73% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737 at 18.62%, Boeing 737 MAX 9 at 15.99%, and Boeing 737-900 Passenger/BBJ3 (winglets) at 5.79%.

Best airlines flying from California to Cancún

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Volaris El Salvador	PriceFrom $125	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 26 reviews	Search Volaris El Salvador flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $137	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.9 3,239 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $159	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,049 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Aeromexico	PriceFrom $174	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,721 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $206	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,611 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Viva	PriceFrom $211	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 788 reviews	Search Viva flights
Volaris	PriceFrom $211	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 1,164 reviews	Search Volaris flights
Delta	PriceFrom $281	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $282	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,914 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $283	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,246 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Cancún

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cancún?

If you don’t want to visit Cancún in February, then you should wait until January to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $454.

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

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

What is the cheapest California to Cancun flight route?

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

What cabin class options are available on California to Cancun flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Cancun flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to Cancún flights?

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Cancún flight.

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

Volaris, Viva, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Cancun

What airlines fly to Cancún?

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

The number of flights available between California and Cancún is 17 per day as of July 2025. The most frequent departure time is 8:00AM, with 77% of daily flights leaving at noon.

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

As of July 2025, 122 flights take off from California and land in Cancún each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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