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

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

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

2 flights are operational daily from San Francisco to Cancún as of November 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 8:00AM, with 59% of flights per day taking off at noon.

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

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.

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

Mexico City (MEX) was the most common stop: 30% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

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

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

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 72% 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.

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

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

How often are flights from San Francisco to Cancún delayed?

Historically, on average around 12% 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 153 minutes.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cancún?

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.

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

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 $701. 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 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 $665. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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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 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 $589 on momondo.

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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.

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

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

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

As of November 2025, prices for San Francisco to Cancún flights are approximately 15% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Cancún from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $204. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Cancún found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $439.

The fastest flight from San Francisco to Cancún takes 5h 12m

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How far is San Francisco to Cancun by plane?
The straight-line distance from San Francisco to Cancun is 2407.1 mi. Flights usually cover this in 5h 12m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
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Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Cancun Airport are updated daily.
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As of November 2025, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Cancun Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport 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 San Francisco Airport to Cancun Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cancun Airport?
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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Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from San Francisco to Cancún is Boeing 737 MAX 9 (57.69% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-900 (16.26%), Boeing 737 (15.60%), and Boeing 737-900 Passenger/BBJ3 (winglets) (7.30%).
What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Cancún?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from San Francisco to Cancún is United Airlines, representing 72% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Alaska Airlines at 8%, American Airlines at 6%, and Frontier at 3%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $204	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,113 reviews	Search Frontier flights
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United Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Cancún
Across 14 United Airlines flights from San Francisco to Cancún this week, the average price was $661, with the best United Airlines deals starting from $399 round-trip. 9,015 users have rated United Airlines on momondo, with an average score of 7.4/10.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cancún?

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

As of November 2025, prices for San Francisco to Cancún flights are approximately 15% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

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

What airlines fly to Cancún?

How often are flights from San Francisco to Cancún delayed?

Historically, on average around 12% 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 153 minutes.

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

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.

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

Mexico City (MEX) was the most common stop: 30% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

2 flights are operational daily from San Francisco to Cancún as of November 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 8:00AM, with 59% of flights per day taking off at noon.

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

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

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