Flying from El Paso International Airport (ELP) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
The timezone in Cancun is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of El Paso.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ELP to CUN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from El Paso International Airport to Cancun International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between ELP and CUN include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
William P. Hobby Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from El Paso International Airport (ELP) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Right now, 167 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way El Paso International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 399 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from ELP to CUN, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from El Paso International Airport to Cancun International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from El Paso International Airport to Cancun International Airport.
Handy information about El Paso International Airport (ELP)
ELP is located at 6701 Convair Dr..
83.52% of flights departing from El Paso International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of ELP.
El Paso International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central El Paso. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 2 hours 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from El Paso International Airport to Cancun International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to ELP:
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Book a hotel close to CUN if you're taking a late El Paso International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Explore without limits with a Cancun International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and venture far and wide through Cancun and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Cancun International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun International Airport to central Cancun has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
July is the most popular month for flights from El Paso International Airport to Cancun International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Cancun in May.
Before locking in your flight from El Paso International Airport to Cancun International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Cancun, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ELP to CUN around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Merida is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Cancun. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA, Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Mexico, head for Campeche, roughly 418 kilometres west of Cancun. Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche are key highlights.