Travelling from Montevideo Airport (MVD) to Cancun Airport (CUN): what you need to know
Cancun is two hours behind Montevideo and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your MVD to CUN flight.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Montevideo Airport to Cancun Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MVD and CUN include:
Bogota Airport
Lima Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Montevideo Airport (MVD) to Cancun Airport (CUN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Montevideo Airport to Cancun Airport flight is 295 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 553 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from MVD to CUN, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from Montevideo Airport to Cancun Airport.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from MVD to CUN.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Montevideo Airport to Cancun Airport.
Handy information about Montevideo Airport (MVD)
Montevideo Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from MVD land on schedule 86% of the time.
To get to Montevideo Airport from central Montevideo, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near MVD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Montevideo Airport to Cancun Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Cancun Airport (CUN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Montevideo Airport to Cancun Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CUN instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Cancun Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, America or Europcar and explore beyond Cancun's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Cancun Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Cancun Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
From Cancun Airport, Cancun is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Cancun Airport (CUN)
The quietest month for a flight from Montevideo Airport to Cancun Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Cancun based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Montevideo Airport to Cancun Airport for August if you'd like to go to Cancun during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MVD to CUN sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Cancun, now it's time to explore other parts of Mexico. Travel about 290 kilometres west to Merida to check off its popular sights. From Chichen Itza, cenotes y pueblos magicos to Chichen-itza Park and Nva. Chichen Itza Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 418 kilometres west of Cancun, Campeche is another favourite stop in Mexico. Start your sightseeing at Zona Arquelogica Edzna, Old City Wall and Plaza de la Independencia.