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

Flights connecting via Charlotte (CLT) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 31m.

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

3 flights are operational daily from Newark Airport to Cancún as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 7:00AM, with 100% of flights per day taking off at noon.

What airlines fly to Cancún?

United Airlines, JetBlue and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cancún from Newark Airport according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 68% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cancún. Keep in mind that there are 8 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 Newark Airport to Cancún on average per week?

The number of flights available between Newark Airport and Cancún is 24 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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 airport is the most popular layover for flights between Newark Airport and Cancún?

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) was the most common stop: 33% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Newark Airport to Cancún?

Flights via Houston (IAH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $419.

How often are flights from Newark to Cancún delayed?

Historically, on average around 14% of flights between Newark and Cancún have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 127 minutes.

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

United Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and JetBlue are the most popular carriers operating from Newark to Cancun

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

Charlotte (CLT) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 29m.

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

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

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

According to our data, JetBlue have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 11% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Prices for flights from Newark Airport to Cancun Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of December 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Newark Airport to Cancun Airport.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Newark Airport 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 September, then you should wait until October to fly from Newark Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $406.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Newark Airport to Cancún is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $439. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $559. 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 at noon. Flights from Newark Airport to Cancún during this time can be as low as $447. Flights to Cancún are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $545. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Newark 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 Newark Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cancún for around $484 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cancún from Newark Airport for as low as $450 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Newark 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 Newark Airport to Cancún flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Newark Airport to Cancún.

How have Newark Airport to Cancún flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Newark Airport to Cancún flights are approximately 7% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$189
Fastest flight time	4h 02m
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Airports in Cancún	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Cancún from Newark Airport in the past 72 hours is $189. The best round-trip flight deal from Newark Airport to Cancún found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $380.

The fastest flight from Newark Airport to Cancún takes 4h 02m

Direct flights go from Newark Airport to Cancún every day.

There is 1 airport in Cancún. From Newark Airport there are direct flights to Cancun (CUN).

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How far is Newark to Cancun by plane?
A flight from Newark to Cancun will travel around 1539.5 mi. Typically, this will take 4h 02m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Newark Airport to Cancun Airport?
Prices for flights from Newark Airport to Cancun Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
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As of December 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Newark Airport to Cancun Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Newark Airport to Cancun Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Newark Airport 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 Newark Airport to Cancún?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Newark Airport to Cancún is Airbus A320-100/200 (22.60% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-900 (22.25%), Boeing 737 MAX 9 (21.17%), and Airbus A321neo (18.50%).
What is the most popular airline from Newark Airport to Cancún?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Newark Airport and Cancún, the leading airline is United Airlines, making up 66% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include JetBlue with 27%, American Airlines with 3%, and Spirit Airlines with 2%.

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Aeromexico	PriceFrom $244	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,629 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights
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Delta	PriceFrom $283	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,008 reviews	Search Delta flights
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Frontier	PriceFrom $351	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,081 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $408	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,534 reviews	Search Air Canada flights

United Airlines Flights From Newark Airport to Cancún
United Airlines flies from Newark Airport to Cancún around 21 times per week, with 9,092 momondo users rating the airline 7.4/10. The cheapest United Airlines deal from Newark Airport to Cancún in the last 72 hours was $292 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $525 for United Airlines flights on this route.
JetBlue Flights From Newark Airport to Cancún
JetBlue (7.2/10 from 2,895 reviews) operates around 3 flights from Newark Airport to Cancún in any given week. The average JetBlue airfare for this route is around $436, with deals from around $260 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip Newark Airport to Cancún flight searches in the last 72 hours.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cancún?

If you don’t want to visit Cancún in September, then you should wait until October to fly from Newark Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $406.

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

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Newark 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 Newark Airport to Cancún flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Newark Airport to Cancún.

How have Newark Airport to Cancún flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Newark Airport to Cancún flights are approximately 7% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

United Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and JetBlue are the most popular carriers operating from Newark to Cancun

What airlines fly to Cancún?

How often are flights from Newark to Cancún delayed?

Historically, on average around 14% of flights between Newark and Cancún have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 127 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night 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 Newark to Cancún flights?

According to our data, JetBlue have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 11% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) was the most common stop: 33% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Newark Airport to Cancún?

Flights via Houston (IAH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $419.

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

Flights connecting via Charlotte (CLT) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 31m.

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

Charlotte (CLT) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 29m.

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

3 flights are operational daily from Newark Airport to Cancún as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 7:00AM, with 100% of flights per day taking off at noon.

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

The number of flights available between Newark Airport and Cancún is 24 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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