Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
5 hours 57 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to Cancun International Airport. Cancun is 2 hours ahead of Vancouver and operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Every week, there are 36 flights from Vancouver International Airport to Cancun International Airport. The earliest flight from YVR to CUN is at 07:15 and the last is at 23:30.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
WestJet offers direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to Cancun International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Cancun — and maybe even more of Mexico if you have time.
Before organising your cheap ticket from YVR to CUN, check whether you need a visa to enter Mexico. Travel document and visa requirements may vary and are updated frequently. To get the most up-to-date information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Vancouver International Airport to Cancun International Airport is 112 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 243 €. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from YVR to CUN by booking at least 8 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Vancouver International Airport to Cancun International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time checking for cheap tickets from YVR to CUN every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Vancouver International Airport to Cancun International Airport. Simply enter your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 33 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near YVR. Whether you're taking an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Cancun International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Book a hotel near CUN if you're catching a late flight from Vancouver International Airport to Cancun International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Cancun. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 26 minutes.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Cancun International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Cancun in May.
When booking your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Cancun International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Cancun, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 20ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap tickets from YVR to CUN sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Cancun
As soon as you've booked your flights from YVR to CUN, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Cancun. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
Playa Delfines and El Rey Ruins are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Cancun itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Dubai Palace Casino.
Complete your Cancun trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Cancun International Airport — next on the list is finding a great place to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Cancun.