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Flight deals from San Diego International to Cancun

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego International to Cancun? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cancun.305 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 May, returning Thu, 8 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 3 May, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Cancun on Thu, 8 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 305 €, select.
Cancun.342 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul, returning Tue, 29 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Cancun on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 342 €, select.
Cancun.344 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 May, returning Tue, 3 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Viva Aerobus.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Viva Aerobus, departs from Cancun on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 344 €, select.
Cancun.348 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Apr, returning Fri, 25 Apr.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 19 Apr, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Cancun on Fri, 25 Apr, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 348 €, select.
Cancun.360 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Apr, returning Fri, 2 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Cancun on Fri, 2 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 360 €, select.
Cancun.363 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Jun, returning Tue, 24 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Cancun on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 363 €, select.
Cancun.372 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 Aug, returning Wed, 20 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 17 Aug, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Cancun on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 372 €, select.
Cancun.387 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Apr, returning Wed, 10 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 10 Apr, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Cancun on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 387 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to Cancun

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego International to Cancun flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from 348 €
May
from 305 €
Jun
from 363 €
Jul
from 342 €
Aug
from 372 €
Sep
from 420 €
Oct
from 411 €
Nov
from 419 €
Dec
from 420 €
Jan
Find prices
Feb
from 420 €
Mar
from 1.750 €

San Diego International to Cancun: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Diego International to Cancun below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cancun.

San Diego to Cancun: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found305 €
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from San Diego International to Cancun: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego International to Cancun is 305 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Diego International to Cancun. But we found flights with one or more stops from 305 €.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from San Diego International to Cancun.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to Cancun is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Diego International Airport to Cancun Airport on Saturday, 3 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Diego International Airport and Cancun Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cancun but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cancun is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Spirit Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cancun.

Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from San Diego International Airport to Cancun International Airport is 4 hours 30 minutes. Cancun's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Cancun 2 hours ahead of San Diego.

  • During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • To break up your flight from San Diego International Airport to Cancun International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that appeals to you. The top stopovers on the SAN - CUN route include:

    • George Bush Intercontinental Airport

    • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • 133 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from San Diego International Airport to Cancun International Airport. A return flight starts from 305 €. These fares can change based on demand.

  • To score cheap tickets from SAN to CUN, reserve your journey 9 months before your planned departure.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from San Diego International Airport to Cancun International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from SAN to CUN. There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have fallen. We'll update you as soon as the price changes.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from San Diego International Airport to Cancun International Airport. Simply enter your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • Located around 5 kilometres from the centre of San Diego, San Diego International Airport can be reached in approximately 9 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes.

  • Need a convenient hotel near SAN? If you're on an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Cancun International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)

Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun

  • Cancun International Airport to central Cancun is about 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.

When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Cancun International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Cancun in May.

  • Before locking in your flight from San Diego International Airport to Cancun International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Cancun, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 32ºC.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SAN to CUN in January. Temperatures average between 20ºC and 27ºC then.

More about Cancun

  • Start your Cancun trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. After booking your flight from SAN to CUN, have a look at our accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Playa Delfines, El Rey Ruins and Dubai Palace Casino are popular attractions which should be on any good Cancun itinerary.

Complete your Cancun trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've booked your cheap ticket to Cancun International Airport — now it's time to find a place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Cancun.

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