Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Detroit to Cancún?

Flights connecting via Charlotte (CLT) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 03m.

How often are flights from Detroit to Cancún delayed?

Historically, on average around 10% of flights between Detroit and Cancún have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 118 minutes.

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

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What airlines fly to Cancún?

Spirit Airlines, Delta and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cancún from Detroit according to our data. Spirit Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cancún. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Cancún on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Spirit Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Detroit to Cancun

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

4 flights are operational daily from Detroit to Cancún as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 10:00AM, with 100% of flights per day taking off at noon.

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

The number of flights available between Detroit and Cancún is 32 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Detroit and Cancún?

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) was the most common stop: 27% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Detroit to Cancún?

Charlotte (CLT) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 10m.

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

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

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

According to our data, Spirit Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 7% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Detroit to Cancún?

Flights via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $352.

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

Prices for flights from Detroit to Cancun Airport were last updated today.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Detroit to Cancun Airport is 10 as of December 2025.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit 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 license 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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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cancún?

If you don’t want to visit Cancún in June, then you should wait until August to fly from Detroit, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $368.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Detroit to Cancún is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $502. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $544. 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 Detroit to Cancún during this time can be as low as $310. Flights to Cancún are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $522. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Detroit 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 Detroit when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cancún for around $493 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cancún from Detroit for as low as $401 on momondo.

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

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit 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 Detroit to Cancún flights?

You could potentially save up to 26% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to Cancún flight.

How have Detroit to Cancún flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Detroit to Cancún flights are approximately 48% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$221
Fastest flight time	3h 42m
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The best one-way flight to Cancún from Detroit in the past 72 hours is $221. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit to Cancún found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $439.

The fastest flight from Detroit to Cancún takes 3h 42m

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How far is Detroit to Cancun by plane?
There are 1478.8 mi between Detroit and Cancun. By plane, this route typically takes 3h 50m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Cancun Airport?
Prices for flights from Detroit to Cancun Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to Cancun Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Detroit to Cancun Airport is 10 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Cancun Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit 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 license 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.
What is the most popular plane model from Detroit to Cancún?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Detroit to Cancún is Boeing 737-900, representing 37.98% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A321-100/200 at 31.94%, Airbus A320 (sharklets) at 9.92%, and Airbus A320neo at 7.73%.
What is the most popular airline from Detroit to Cancún?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Detroit and Cancún, the leading airline is Spirit Airlines, making up 50% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Delta with 31%, Aeromexico with 9%, and American Airlines with 5%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $223	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,092 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $226	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,161 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Aeromexico	PriceFrom $248	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,653 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights
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Air Canada	PriceFrom $376	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,500 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Delta	PriceFrom $385	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,011 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $393	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,065 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Volaris	PriceFrom $401	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 1,156 reviews	Search Volaris flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $443	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,044 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $510	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,254 reviews	Search Southwest flights

Delta Flights From Detroit to Cancún
The lowest priced Delta flight from Detroit to Cancún from the last 72 hours was $385. Generally, Delta has 13 flights on this route every week with an average price of $596. Delta is rated 7.9/10 by our users.
Aeromexico Flights From Detroit to Cancún
Aeromexico is also a popular choice for this route. Aeromexico flight deals for Detroit to Cancún start from as low as $248 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average Aeromexico deals seen on momondo around $547. Aeromexico operates 13 flights to Cancún from Detroit in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 1,653 reviews.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cancún?

If you don’t want to visit Cancún in June, then you should wait until August to fly from Detroit, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $368.

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 Detroit 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 Detroit to Cancun flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit 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 Detroit to Cancún flights?

You could potentially save up to 26% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to Cancún flight.

How have Detroit to Cancún flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Detroit to Cancún flights are approximately 48% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Spirit Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Detroit to Cancun

What airlines fly to Cancún?

How often are flights from Detroit to Cancún delayed?

Historically, on average around 10% of flights between Detroit and Cancún have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 118 minutes.

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

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

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

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

According to our data, Spirit Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 7% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Detroit and Cancún?

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) was the most common stop: 27% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Detroit to Cancún?

Flights via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $352.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Detroit to Cancún?

Flights connecting via Charlotte (CLT) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 03m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Detroit to Cancún?

Charlotte (CLT) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 10m.

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

4 flights are operational daily from Detroit to Cancún as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 10:00AM, with 100% of flights per day taking off at noon.

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

The number of flights available between Detroit and Cancún is 32 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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