Travelling from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Portland International Airport to Cancun International Airport.
Cancun's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Cancun two hours ahead of Portland.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your PDX to CUN flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Alaska Airlines has direct flights from Portland International Airport to Cancun International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Cancun — and maybe even more of Mexico if your schedule allows.
Alaska Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Alaska Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers PDX to CUN flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Portland International Airport to Cancun International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between PDX and CUN:
Denver International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Right now, 129 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Portland International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 284 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To get cheap tickets from PDX to CUN, reserve your journey six months ahead of your departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Portland International Airport to Cancun International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from PDX to CUN by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Portland International Airport to Cancun International Airport.
Handy information about Portland International Airport (PDX)
You'll find PDX at 7000 NE Airport Way.
Portland International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from PDX land on schedule 83.65% of the time.
Central Portland to Portland International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Portland International Airport to Cancun International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to PDX:
Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Portland International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CUN instead:
Grab a Cancun International Airport rental car and discover Cancun and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, America and Europcar are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Cancun International Airport around three weeks ahead.
Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun
From Cancun International Airport, Cancun is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)
July is the most popular month for flights from Portland International Airport to Cancun International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Cancun in May.
Before locking in your flight from Portland International Airport to Cancun International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Cancun, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PDX to CUN in January. Temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Mexico
Cancun is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Mexico waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometres west of Cancun, a visit to Merida will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA, Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno.
Campeche is another sought-after destination in Mexico and is around 418 kilometres west of Cancun. No trip is complete without experiencing Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche.