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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New York to Cancún
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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?
If you don’t want to visit Cancún in September, then you should wait until March to fly from New York, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $398.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cancún?
The cheapest day to depart from New York to Cancún is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $437. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $567. 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 New York to Cancún during this time can be as low as $425. Flights to Cancún are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $581. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.
What is the cheapest New York to Cancun flight route?
Fly from Newark to Cancun for the best New York - Cancun flight prices
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 16 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cancún for around $445 when searching 16 weeks out.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 $406 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on New York to Cancun flights?
There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on New York 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 New York to Cancún flights?
You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Cancún flight.
How have New York to Cancún flight prices changed over time?
As of June 2025, prices for New York to Cancún flights are approximately 2% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Cancun?
American Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and JetBlue are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Cancun
What airlines fly to Cancún?
JetBlue, United Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cancún from New York according to our data. JetBlue is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cancún. Keep in mind that there are 12 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 New York to Cancún on average per day?
The number of flights available between New York and Cancún is 9 per day as of June 2025. The most frequent departure time is 8:00AM, with 100% of daily flights leaving at noon.
How many flights depart from New York to Cancún on average per week?
66 flights are operational weekly from New York to Cancún as of June 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of flights per week taking off on this day.
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How far is New York to Cancun by plane?
New York and Cancun are 1548.3 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 3h 55m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Cancun Airport?
Prices for flights from New York to Cancun Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Cancun Airport?
As of June 2025, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Cancun Airport.
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 offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify 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 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 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 38.01% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320-100/200 at 20.89%, Airbus A321-100/200 at 15.22%, and Boeing 737 MAX 9 at 12.83%.
What is the most popular airline from New York to Cancún?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from New York to Cancún is JetBlue (50% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are American Airlines (16%), United Airlines (16%), and Delta (11%).
Best airlines flying from New York to Cancún
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from New York to Cancún with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $150 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.5 1,706 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $186 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.3 2,925 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $192 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.1 9,537 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $193 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.9 3,295 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $247 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,946 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $268 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 8,052 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $271 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $295 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,790 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $361 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,287 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $387 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.7 2,345 reviews |
Delta Flights From New York to Cancún
Delta flight deals from New York to Cancún start from $247 round-trip. Over the 6 Delta flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $514 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
Aeromexico Flights From New York to Cancún
Another popular option for New York to Cancún flights is Aeromexico (7.5/10, 1,706 ratings). Aeromexico flies from New York to Cancún around 7 times per week, with deals starting from $150 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $380.
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from New York to Cancún?
Finding the right flight to Cancún from New York is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Cancún quick and easy, saving you time and money.
Can I find flights from New York to Cancún with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Cancún from New York with this policy.
How can momondo help me find flights from New York to Cancún?
Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Cancún from New York.
I’m not ready to book a flight from New York to Cancún right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are simply researching potential flights to Cancún, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Cancún from New York and alert you when they change.