Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

2 flights are operational daily from San Francisco to Cancún as of December 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 8:00AM, with 74% of flights per day taking off at noon.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart from San Francisco to Cancún is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $631. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $702. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cancún.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Cancún is in the afternoon. Flights from San Francisco to Cancún during this time can be as low as $408. Flights to Cancún are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $664. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between San Francisco and Cancún is 14 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Question 5

How often are flights from San Francisco to Cancún delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 11% of flights between San Francisco and Cancún have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 150 minutes.

Question 6

What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to Cancun flights?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to Cancun flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 7

What airlines fly to Cancún?

Accepted Answer

United Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cancún from San Francisco according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 73% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cancún. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to Cancún on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 8

How have San Francisco to Cancún flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, prices for San Francisco to Cancún flights are approximately 21% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

According to our data, United Airlines 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.

Question 10

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cancún?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cancún from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cancún for around $634 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cancún from San Francisco for as low as $597 on momondo.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Los Angeles (LAX) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 7h 19m.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

Minneapolis (MSP) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 16m.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 14

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Cancún flights?

Accepted Answer

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between San Francisco to Cancún.

Question 15

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Cancun flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from San Francisco to Cancun for the best San Francisco - Cancun flight prices

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from $568 to $989.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $365.

Question 17

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cancún?

Accepted Answer

If you don’t want to visit Cancún in January, then you should wait until February to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $573.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

Mexico City (MEX) was the most common stop: 26% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 19

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from San Francisco to Cancún?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Monterrey (MTY) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $346.

Question 20

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Cancun?

Accepted Answer

Alaska Airlines and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Cancun

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Cancun Airport are updated daily.

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Cancun Airport.

Question 24

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

Accepted Answer

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 San Francisco Airport to Cancun Airport.

Question 25

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cancun Airport?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cancun Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cancun Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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