Flying from McAllen International Airport (MFE) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
Cancun's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Mcallen.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your MFE to CUN flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Volaris is your gateway to discovering Cancun (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Mexico!). Browse the direct flights from McAllen International Airport to Cancun International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Volaris.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from McAllen International Airport to Cancun International Airport. These are the top stopovers between MFE and CUN:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from McAllen International Airport (MFE) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way McAllen International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight is 172 €. A return ticket is currently 422 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MFE to CUN if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from McAllen International Airport to Cancun International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and score a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MFE to CUN by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from McAllen International Airport to Cancun International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about McAllen International Airport (MFE)
You'll find MFE at 2500 S Bicentenial Blvd.
McAllen International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from MFE make it to their destination as scheduled 83.42% of the time.
To get to McAllen International Airport from central Mcallen, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near MFE. Whether you have an early flight from McAllen International Airport to Cancun International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Book a hotel close to CUN if you're taking a late McAllen International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cancun International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, America or Europcar to explore Cancun and beyond.
Booking your ride from Cancun International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
Cancun International Airport to the centre of Cancun has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from McAllen International Airport to Cancun International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Cancun. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from McAllen International Airport to Cancun International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Cancun during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MFE to CUN in January. Temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
Merida is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen 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.
Campeche is another standout destination in Mexico and is around 418 kilometres west of Cancun. No journey is complete without dropping by Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche.
