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Cheap flights from New York, NY to Cancún from C$ 170

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — CUN
28 Feb — 7 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Cancun are usually found in September or October, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from New York to Cancún
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Cancún. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 January 2026.

Mon 9/29:05 p.m.
EWR
-
CUN
1 stop13h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/212:50 p.m.
CUN
-
EWR
Nonstop3h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1C$ 419
Thu 12/36:00 a.m.
EWR
-
CUN
1 stop6h 30m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 17/310:50 a.m.
CUN
-
EWR
1 stop11h 45m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 28/1C$ 422
Mon 23/210:35 a.m.
EWR
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 20m
United Airlines
Thu 26/27:00 p.m.
CUN
-
EWR
Nonstop3h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 28/1C$ 428
Sun 1/35:45 a.m.
EWR
-
CUN
1 stop6h 35m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 5/310:13 a.m.
CUN
-
EWR
1 stop6h 51m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 28/1C$ 432
Sat 21/27:35 a.m.
EWR
-
CUN
1 stop8h 24m
United Airlines
Wed 25/27:00 p.m.
CUN
-
EWR
Nonstop3h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/1C$ 434
Mon 23/28:05 a.m.
EWR
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 20m
United Airlines
Wed 4/38:23 a.m.
CUN
-
EWR
Nonstop3h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/1C$ 441
Fri 27/211:05 p.m.
EWR
-
CUN
2 stops16h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 6/31:25 p.m.
CUN
-
EWR
1 stop9h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1C$ 443
Tue 10/28:05 a.m.
EWR
-
CUN
Nonstop4h 20m
United Airlines
Thu 12/22:04 p.m.
CUN
-
EWR
Nonstop3h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/1C$ 444
Wed 4/37:35 a.m.
EWR
-
CUN
1 stop8h 24m
United Airlines
Sat 7/38:23 a.m.
CUN
-
EWR
Nonstop3h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 28/1C$ 445
Sat 21/210:15 a.m.
EWR
-
CUN
1 stop7h 35m
United Airlines
Fri 27/28:23 a.m.
CUN
-
EWR
Nonstop3h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/1C$ 448
Tue 10/28:05 a.m.
EWR
-
CUN
1 stop8h 35m
United Airlines
Fri 13/27:00 p.m.
CUN
-
EWR
Nonstop3h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/1C$ 451
Mon 2/39:59 a.m.
LGA
-
CUN
1 stop6h 46m
Delta
Thu 12/310:50 a.m.
CUN
-
LGA
1 stop7h 52m
Delta
Deal found 28/1C$ 452

Find flight deals from New York to Cancún

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) to Cancún (CUN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 29 January 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 419

One-way from

C$ 170

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 551

Good round-trip deal

C$ 490 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 211 or less
JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 9/2-14/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 33m total
  • New York to Cancún
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  • Spirit Airlines
  • 9/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 49m total
  • New York to Cancún
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to Cancún that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 29 January 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Mon 27/4

7:25 a.m.-10:35 a.m.

Nonstop4h 10m

Cancun

Fri 1/5

11:40 a.m.-4:39 p.m.

Nonstop3h 59m

C$ 441

NewarkCancún

EWR - CUN

EWRCUN

Newark

Mon 4/5

7:25 a.m.-10:35 a.m.

Nonstop4h 10m

Cancun

Fri 8/5

11:40 a.m.-4:39 p.m.

Nonstop3h 59m

C$ 441

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

Fri 20/2

6:05 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

1 stop9h 55m

Cancun

Thu 26/2

12:10 p.m.-10:40 p.m.

1 stop10h 30m

C$ 462

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

Fri 8/5

6:05 a.m.-12:57 p.m.

1 stop7h 52m

Cancun

Tue 12/5

9:55 a.m.-7:21 p.m.

1 stop8h 26m

C$ 462

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

Thu 30/4

1:59 p.m.-8:14 p.m.

1 stop7h 15m

Cancun

Fri 8/5

8:15 a.m.-3:47 p.m.

1 stop6h 32m

C$ 462

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

Mon 4/5

6:55 a.m.-3:40 p.m.

1 stop9h 45m

Cancun

Sat 9/5

10:50 a.m.-9:10 p.m.

1 stop9h 20m

C$ 462

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

Sun 12/4

7:55 p.m.-12:15 p.m.

1 stop17h 20m

Cancun

Fri 17/4

10:00 a.m.-5:42 p.m.

1 stop6h 42m

C$ 462

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

Sun 26/4

6:05 a.m.-2:05 p.m.

1 stop9h 00m

Cancun

Wed 29/4

12:40 p.m.-8:14 p.m.

1 stop6h 34m

C$ 462

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

Fri 10/4

7:59 a.m.-3:45 p.m.

1 stop8h 46m

Cancun

Tue 14/4

1:30 p.m.-10:19 p.m.

1 stop7h 49m

C$ 462

New YorkCancún

LGA - CUN

LGACUN

New York LaGuardia

Tue 14/4

9:00 a.m.-2:01 p.m.

1 stop6h 01m

Cancun

Wed 22/4

8:00 a.m.-3:42 p.m.

1 stop6h 42m

C$ 462

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Cancún

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Cancún

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Cancún. Price data was last updated on 23 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from New York to Cancún is 48 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Cancún?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Cancún (average of C$ 216). Flying from New York to Cancún in May is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 339). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NYC to CUN?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to Cancún. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 January 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New York to Cancún is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 64% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Cancún

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to Cancún. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 29 January 2026.

The most flights from NYC to CUN are scheduled on a Monday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York to Cancún?

How often are flights from New York to Cancún delayed?

About 14% of weekly flights between New York and Cancún have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 157 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

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

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the past year, American Airlines has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cancún

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cancún. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cancún. Reviews last updated 29 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with JetBlue from New York to Cancún by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,891 reviews
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Food

6.6

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

JACK,Sep 2025

JFK - MSY

I liked the professional services of the crew. Keep up the good work.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,891 reviews
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,891 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

JACK,Sep 2025

JFK - MSY

I liked the professional services of the crew. Keep up the good work.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Cancún. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cancún from New York?

    Cancun (CUN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from New York to Cancún. You should not have trouble finding flights to Cancun from New York; the airport handles an average of 16 inbound flights from New York per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights to the Cancún airport from New York. It is only a 14.2 km journey from Cancun (CUN) to Cancún’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from New York to Cancún?

    Airlines like JetBlue, Delta, and Southwest fly from New York to Cancún in about 4h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 45m. There are 2491 km between New York and Cancún. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from New York to Cancún round-trip?

    Currently priced at C$ 366, JetBlue will fly you from New York to Cancún and back. In addition to JetBlue, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. JetBlue is 39% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to Cancún?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New York to Cancún consider choosing KLM (88%), Air France (88%) or American Airlines (81%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Cancún?

    While on average a flight from New York to Cancún is generally C$ 350, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 194. When looking at the most popular route, (Newark - Cancun), you can expect to pay C$ 426 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Cancún that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Cancún flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Cancún?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to Cancún.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to Cancún?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Cancún by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Cancún?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Cancún (average of C$ 216). Flying from New York to Cancún in May is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 339). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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