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

As of November 2025, 17 flights take off from Houston and land in Cancún each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 4:00PM, with 50% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

What airlines fly to Cancún?

United Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Frontier are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cancún from Houston according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 56% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cancún. Keep in mind that there are 9 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 Houston to Cancun?

Spirit Airlines, Volaris, and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from Houston to Cancun

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

The number of flights available between Houston and Cancún is 122 per week as of November 2025. The most frequent departure day is Fri, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

Prices for flights from Houston to Cancun Airport refresh daily.

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As of November 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Houston to Cancun Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Houston 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 Houston 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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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $297 to $549. The lowest price recently found on this route was $227.

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8:36 am - 11:51 amIAH-CUN

2h 15mnonstop

11:52 am - 10:53 pmCUN-IAH

12h 01m1 stop

$227Spirit Airlines

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Mon, Jan 5 - Sat, Jan 10

8:16 am - 11:36 amIAH-CUN

2h 20mnonstop

2:36 pm - 12:57 amCUN-IAH

11h 21m1 stop

$228Spirit Airlines

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9:45 am - 1:02 pmIAH-CUN

2h 17mnonstop

2:04 pm - 3:42 pmCUN-IAH

2h 38mnonstop

$229Spirit Airlines

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9:02 am - 3:20 pmHOU-CUN

5h 18m1 stop

6:56 pm - 11:58 pmCUN-HOU

6h 02m1 stop

$297American Airlines

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1:50 pm - 5:00 pmHOU-CUN

2h 10mnonstop

8:30 am - 9:55 amCUN-HOU

2h 25mnonstop

$299Southwest

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12:47 pm - 8:45 pmHOU-CUN

6h 58m1 stop

4:26 pm - 10:46 pmCUN-HOU

7h 20m1 stop

$303American Airlines

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5:45 am - 4:35 pmHOU-CUN

9h 50m1 stop

3:13 pm - 10:33 pmCUN-HOU

8h 20m1 stop

$316Aeromexico

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6:00 am - 12:23 pmHOU-CUN

5h 23m1 stop

11:17 am - 10:48 pmCUN-HOU

12h 31m2 stops

$317Delta

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6:00 am - 1:46 pmHOU-CUN

6h 46m1 stop

8:00 am - 4:10 pmCUN-HOU

9h 10m1 stop

$323Aeromexico

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2:05 pm - 5:10 pmHOU-CUN

2h 05mnonstop

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2h 30mnonstop

$345Southwest

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Dec 9

HOU10:39 amHouston Hobby

9h 41m

1 stop

CUN9:20 pmCancun

Dec 16

CUN8:00 amCancun

6h 28m

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HOU1:28 pmHouston Hobby

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Jan 17

HOU11:09 amHouston Hobby

9h 02m

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CUN9:11 pmCancun

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CUN8:00 amCancun

9h 10m

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HOU4:10 pmHouston Hobby

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Dec 13

HOU6:00 amHouston Hobby

8h 33m

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CUN3:33 pmCancun

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CUN8:00 amCancun

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HOU5:50 pmHouston Hobby

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Dec 8

HOU9:02 amHouston Hobby

5h 18m

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CUN3:20 pmCancun

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CUN6:56 pmCancun

6h 02m

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HOU11:58 pmHouston Hobby

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Jan 6

HOU12:47 pmHouston Hobby

6h 58m

1 stop

CUN8:45 pmCancun

Jan 13

CUN4:26 pmCancun

7h 20m

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HOU10:46 pmHouston Hobby

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Jan 9

HOU6:00 amHouston Hobby

9h 08m

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CUN4:08 pmCancun

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CUN5:08 pmCancun

6h 38m

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HOU10:46 pmHouston Hobby

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Sat 2/21

2:05 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

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12:10 pm-1:40 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cancún?

If you don’t want to visit Cancún in August, then you should wait until September to fly from Houston, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $331.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Houston to Cancún is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $343. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $578. 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 morning. Flights from Houston to Cancún during this time can be as low as $353. Flights to Cancún are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $457. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Houston 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 Houston when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cancún for around $388 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cancún from Houston for as low as $333 on momondo.

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

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A flight from Houston to Cancun will travel around 796.9 mi. Flights usually cover this in 2h 05m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
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Prices for flights from Houston to Cancun Airport refresh daily.
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As of November 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Houston to Cancun Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Houston 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 Houston 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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Aeromexico	PriceFrom $136	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,660 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights
Volaris	PriceFrom $162	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 1,150 reviews	Search Volaris flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $165	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,103 reviews	Search Frontier flights
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Houston and Cancún?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cancún?

If you don’t want to visit Cancún in August, then you should wait until September to fly from Houston, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $331.

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There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Houston to Cancun flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

Spirit Airlines, Volaris, and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from Houston to Cancun

What airlines fly to Cancún?

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

As of November 2025, 17 flights take off from Houston and land in Cancún each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 4:00PM, with 50% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

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

The number of flights available between Houston and Cancún is 122 per week as of November 2025. The most frequent departure day is Fri, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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