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

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

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 32m 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.

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

The number of flights available between California and Cancún is 11 per day as of September 2025. The most frequent departure time is 8:00AM, with 77% of daily flights leaving at noon.

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 50% 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 many flights depart from California to Cancún on average per week?

As of September 2025, 82 flights take off from California and land in Cancún each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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 September 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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11:00 pm - 5:25 pmTIJ-CUN

15h 25m1 stop

1:14 pm - 10:04 pmCUN-TIJ

11h 50m1 stop

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mar., feb. 24 - jue., feb. 26

6:09 pm - 9:10 pmTIJ-CUN

25h 01m1 stop

7:05 am - 8:50 pmCUN-TIJ

15h 45m1 stop

$143Aeromexico

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8:25 am - 6:45 pmTIJ-CUN

7h 20m1 stop

10:25 am - 7:05 pmCUN-TIJ

11h 40m1 stop

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8:25 am - 6:45 pmTIJ-CUN

7h 20m1 stop

1:00 pm - 7:35 amCUN-TIJ

21h 35m1 stop

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jue., feb. 12 - jue., feb. 19

7:00 am - 2:11 pmTIJ-CUN

4h 11mnonstop

3:02 pm - 5:03 pmCUN-TIJ

5h 01mnonstop

$154Volaris

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8:25 am - 6:45 pmTIJ-CUN

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8:25 am - 6:45 pmTIJ-CUN

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dom., ene. 25 - mié., ene. 28

7:40 am - 1:59 pmTIJ-CUN

4h 19mnonstop

8:41 pm - 11:17 pmCUN-TIJ

4h 36mnonstop

$186Volaris

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12:45 am - 12:15 pmLAX-CUN

8h 30m1 stop

9:00 am - 11:30 amCUN-LAX

5h 30mnonstop

$277American Airlines

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sáb., nov. 15 - sáb., nov. 22

6:05 am - 3:05 pmLAX-CUN

7h 00m1 stop

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8h 03m1 stop

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Nov 14

LAS12:58 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

6h 44m

1 stop

CUN10:42 amCancun

Nov 19

CUN10:37 amCancun

14h 33m

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Sep 29

LAX6:41 pmLos Angeles

12h 14m

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CUN8:55 amCancun

Oct 7

CUN9:52 amCancun

8h 22m

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LAX4:14 pmLos Angeles

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Sep 27

LAX11:10 pmLos Angeles

8h 05m

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CUN9:15 amCancun

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CUN10:22 amCancun

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Feb 24

TIJ11:00 pmTijuana Rodriguez

15h 25m

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CUN5:25 pmCancun

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Oct 26

TIJ6:09 pmTijuana Rodriguez

25h 01m

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CUN9:10 pmCancun

Oct 31

CUN7:05 amCancun

15h 45m

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Nov 17

TIJ11:28 pmTijuana Rodriguez

19h 06m

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CUN9:34 pmCancun

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CUN6:00 amCancun

16h 55m

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6:09 pm-9:10 pm

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vie. 2/13

8:25 am-6:45 pm

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10:25 am-7:05 pm

1 stop11h 40m

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jue. 2/12

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jue. 2/19

1:00 pm-7:35 am

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Nonstop4h 11m

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1 stop7h 20m

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8:25 am-6:45 pm

1 stop7h 20m

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TIJ - CUN

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vie. 10/24

8:41 pm-11:17 pm

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sáb. 11/15

12:45 am-12:15 pm

1 stop8h 30m

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sáb. 11/22

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lun. 10/27

6:05 am-3:05 pm

1 stop7h 00m

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mié. 11/5

8:45 am-1:48 pm

1 stop8h 03m

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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 September to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $437.

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 $470. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $576. 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 $561. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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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 $495 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 $455 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.

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Best Price Found	$191
Fastest flight time	4h 11m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Cancún	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Cancún from California in the past 72 hours is $191. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Cancún found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $380.

The fastest flight from California to Cancún takes 4h 11m

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.
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There are 16 operators available for flights from California to Cancun Airport as of September 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 37.23% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737 MAX 9 at 19.46%, Boeing 737 at 18.53%, and Boeing 737-900 Passenger/BBJ3 (winglets) at 10.47%.

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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 5.8 3,173 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Volaris	PriceFrom $154	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 1,154 reviews	Search Volaris flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $159	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,023 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Aeromexico	PriceFrom $165	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,696 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $202	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,729 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Viva	PriceFrom $230	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 787 reviews	Search Viva flights
Delta	PriceFrom $257	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,961 reviews	Search Delta flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $282	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,914 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
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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 September to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $437.

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 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Cancún flight.

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

Viva, Aeromexico, 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 11 per day as of September 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 September 2025, 82 flights take off from California and land in Cancún each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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