How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. to Cancún on average per day?

As of October 2025, there are 3 flights per day flying from Washington, D.C. to Cancún. The most common time of day flights depart is 12:00PM, with 59% of flights taking off at noon.

How long does it take to fly to Cancún?

Flight times from Washington, D.C. to Cancún vary, but if you’re flying out of Baltimore and flying into Cancún (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 3h 37m on average. Another popular route from Washington, D.C. to Cancún is flying from Washington, D.C. to Cancún, which will take roughly 4h 35m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Washington, D.C. to Cancún?

Flights connecting via Charlotte (CLT) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 5h 17m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Washington, D.C. and Cancún?

Atlanta (ATL) was the most common stop: 46% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. to Cancun?

Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Cancun

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Washington, D.C. to Cancún?

Flights via San Salvador (SAL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $275.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Washington, D.C. to Cancún?

Charlotte (CLT) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 00m.

How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. to Cancún on average per week?

As of October 2025, 22 flights take off from Washington, D.C. and land in Cancún each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 23% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to Cancún?

United Airlines, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cancún from Washington, D.C. according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cancún. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Cancún on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cancun Airport?

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cancun Airport refresh daily.

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As of October 2025, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. to Cancun Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Cancun Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Cancun Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Washington, D.C. 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 May to fly from Washington, D.C., when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $485.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Washington, D.C. to Cancún is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $566. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $673. 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 evening. Flights from Washington, D.C. to Cancún during this time can be as low as $395. Flights to Cancún are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $859. Departure times in the afternoon 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 Washington, D.C. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cancún for around $590 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cancún from Washington, D.C. for as low as $518 on momondo.

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

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You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a Washington, D.C. to Cancún flight.

How have Washington, D.C. to Cancún flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. to Cancún flights are approximately 68% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Cancún from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $208. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Cancún found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $426.

The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Cancún takes 3h 38m

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The distance between Washington, D.C. and Cancun is about 1356.1 mi. 3h 41m is a normal flight duration for this route.
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How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Cancun Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cancun Airport?
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Based on momondo bookings for flights between Washington, D.C. and Cancún, the leading plane model is Boeing 737 MAX 9, making up 23.08% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A320-100/200 with 22.44%, Boeing 737-900 with 19.71%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 16.52%.
What is the most popular airline from Washington, D.C. to Cancún?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Cancún is United Airlines (45% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Spirit Airlines (32%), Southwest (10%), and American Airlines (4%).

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $131	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,098 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
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United Airlines Flights From Washington, D.C. to Cancún
United Airlines flies from Washington, D.C. to Cancún around 8 times per week, with 8,991 momondo users rating the airline 7.4/10. The cheapest United Airlines deal from Washington, D.C. to Cancún in the last 72 hours was $283 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $582 for United Airlines flights on this route.

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If you don’t want to visit Cancún in September, then you should wait until May to fly from Washington, D.C., when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $485.

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Can stopping save me money on Washington, D.C. to Cancún flights?

You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a Washington, D.C. to Cancún flight.

How have Washington, D.C. to Cancún flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. to Cancún flights are approximately 68% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. to Cancun?

Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Cancun

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Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Washington, D.C. and Cancún?

Atlanta (ATL) was the most common stop: 46% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Washington, D.C. to Cancún?

Flights via San Salvador (SAL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $275.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Washington, D.C. to Cancún?

Flights connecting via Charlotte (CLT) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 5h 17m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Washington, D.C. to Cancún?

Charlotte (CLT) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 00m.

How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. to Cancún on average per day?

As of October 2025, there are 3 flights per day flying from Washington, D.C. to Cancún. The most common time of day flights depart is 12:00PM, with 59% of flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. to Cancún on average per week?

As of October 2025, 22 flights take off from Washington, D.C. and land in Cancún each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 23% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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